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Zaleekhah enters a cozy café tucked away in the heart of Russell Square, London, in 2018, a place where she reconnects with her cousin, Helen. The café, vibrant with lush greenery and colorful flowers, provides a serene setting that sharply contrasts with the gravity of the news Helen has come to share. Helen’s young daughter is in desperate need of a kidney transplant, a crisis that has cast a heavy shadow over their family’s lives. Zaleekhah listens intently, her heart heavy with sympathy, as Helen…-
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Arthur finds himself deeply conflicted and introspective during a pivotal moment in 1872 by the River Tigris. Accompanied by Leila, a member of the Yazidi community, he explores his excavation site, where she shares insights into Yazidi spiritual beliefs, including the concept of "axiretê," which refers to the next world. Leila emphasizes the idea that every Yazidi should have a spiritual sibling, someone with whom they share a profound connection in the afterlife. She humorously speaks about her…
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Arthur finds himself grappling with a deep sense of cultural dissonance in the chapter "By the River Tigris, 1872," as he navigates his time among the Yazidis during their annual festival, “Çarşema Sor,” or 'Red Wednesday.' The festival marks the arrival of spring, a celebration of renewal and hope that contrasts sharply with Arthur’s personal and external struggles. The Yazidi villagers of Zêrav spend their time painting eggs, cleaning homes, and making candles from sheep fat, all integral to…
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Zaleekhah has invited her close friend, Nen, to join a family dinner with her Uncle Malek and Aunt Malek by the River Thames in 2018. The setting, with its pleasant riverside views, holds a sense of quiet anticipation, but Zaleekhah cannot shake the unease that accompanies this gathering. As soon as they arrive, her discomfort grows, especially when Uncle Malek begins to ask Nen increasingly personal questions, probing into her profession as a tattoo artist and her living situation. These questions, though…
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Arthur finds himself immersed in the remnants of Nineveh in 1872, surrounded by the decayed ruins of once-proud structures now pillaged and broken by time and human interference. As he oversees a team of thirty laborers, Arthur is deeply troubled by the grueling conditions they face beneath the relentless heat of the sun. Their labor, marked by the constant sound of shovels digging into the earth, is a rhythm that never stops, reminding Arthur of the weight of their work and the dwindling resources that…
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Narin awakens to a devastating sight in the village of Zêrav—a sight that marks the beginning of an unthinkable nightmare. The sacred water sources that her people have relied on for generations have been poisoned overnight. Thousands of bags filled with pesticides and other harmful substances litter the landscape, making the water undrinkable and leaving the villagers without access to essential resources. Desperation sets in as several men from the village head to a nearby Yazidi settlement in search…
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Narin and her Grandma had settled into a quiet routine by the River Tigris in 2014, finding peace in nature after their move to Zêrav to stay with relatives. The pair often sought solace by sitting on a large rock near the river, reflecting on the surroundings that had once been filled with life and prosperity. The area, once home to bustling eateries with the aroma of grilled fish, particularly masgouf, now appeared desolate, with buildings decaying and forgotten. Narin, as per her religious beliefs,…
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Arthur arrives in the village of Zêrav in 1872, greeted by the villagers with curiosity and warmth. Children run eagerly to meet him, while elderly men observe his arrival, one of whom is a distinguished sheikh dressed in white robes and holding an intricately designed cane. Arthur expresses his sincere gratitude for the hospitality extended to him, and he and his guide are led to the sheikh's home. There, they are offered goat's milk and a lavish dinner that includes traditional dishes like chicken…
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Arthur finds himself in Constantinople in 1872, facing the ever-looming uncertainty of his journey to Nineveh. As days drag on without news of the firman that will allow him to continue his mission, a growing sense of anxiety starts to permeate his every thought. Despite his initial desire to remain focused on his work, Arthur’s isolation is interrupted when a dragoman and clerks suggest he take a break. They advise him to explore the city and seek diversion, and though hesitant at first, Arthur…
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Zaleekhah sits on her houseboat by the River Thames in 2018, feeling the weight of solitude after Nen’s departure. Her gaze is drawn to a seagull soaring overhead, clutching something strange in its beak. The sight of the bird, coupled with the overcast sky, fills her with an unsettling sense of unease. The clouds above mirror the storm brewing inside her, reflecting the turmoil in her heart. As she begins to eat the cuneiform biscuits Nen brought, she finds herself lost in thought, pondering the world…
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