Allah is Not Obliged

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The narrative follows ten-year-old Birahima, who embarks on a harrowing journey after his mother's death, seeking his aunt in Liberia. Alongside Yacouba, he is captured by rebels and thrust into the brutal realities of civil war, armed with a Kalashnikov and facing unimaginable horrors. Amidst violence and chaos, Birahima clings to his sanity, showcasing the resilience of youth in the face of despair. This poignant tale explores the loss of innocence and the impact of war on children, blending raw emotion with moments of dark humor.