Domain of the Moon

In The Domain of the Moon, the seventh installment of the Muhammad Amalfi Mystery series, readers are plunged into a gripping tale of courage and resistance. The novel juxtaposes two starkly different marriages of honor, exposing societal double standards through the eyes of Lalla Hurriya, a woman fighting to defend a refuge for abused women in Algiers. Narrated initially by Chief Commissioner Muhammad and later by Hurriya herself, the story deftly explores their strained relationship and the broader struggles faced by women in their society. Hurriya's strength and resolve make her a standout protagonist, adding depth to this thrilling and thought-provoking mystery.