River Spirit

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Set during the Mahdist War in nineteenth-century Sudan, this novel follows Akuany, a young woman navigating the tumultuous landscape of her war-torn homeland after losing her family. Taken in by merchant Yaseen, their bond becomes strained as he opposes the Mahdi, a revolutionary leader. As Sudan struggles for independence, Akuany faces a harrowing journey of survival, love, and identity. Through the interconnected stories of seven characters, the narrative explores themes of imperialism, faith, and the pursuit of freedom amidst chaos.