The Jinn Daughter: A Spellbinding Debut by Rania Hanna
Chicago – Brace yourselves for the release of “The Jinn Daughter” in April 2024, a mesmerizing debut by the talented US Syrian writer Rania Hanna. This unique tale intertwines fantasy with Middle Eastern mythology and folklore, focusing on a mother’s harrowing journey to save her daughter.
A Mother’s Desperate Battle
Nadine, a Hakawati Jinn, is tasked with collecting the seeds of departed souls and chronicling their lives before they move on. However, her world is thrown into chaos when the seeds suddenly cease to fall. Without souls transitioning, they linger on Earth, transforming into malevolent ghouls. When Death presents her with a dangerous proposition, Nadine must navigate treacherous waters to protect her daughter Layala and prevent cataclysmic repercussions.
A Life on the Fringes
Nadine and Layala reside on the outskirts of society, shunned by humans who fear the Jinn. Despite the animosity, Nadine, as the town’s Hakawati Jinn, must remain. Her existence is fraught with challenges, compounded by Layala’s mixed heritage and incessant inquiries. As tensions escalate and the guardian of the underworld demands Layala’s presence, Nadine realizes that her struggles are far from over.
A Mother’s Resolve
Armed with her strength, magical abilities, and cunning, Nadine embarks on a perilous quest to safeguard her daughter. As Layala begins to question her reality and truths unravel, their bond is put to the ultimate test. Bridging the realms of life and death, Hanna’s narrative delves into themes of love, loss, and sacrifice, painting a poignant portrait of maternal devotion in the face of adversity.