Natural Skin

About this book

Published by Al-Rawnaq Publishing and Distribution, the novel Natural Skin by Ibrahim Qamoura chronicles the aftermath of a devastating attack in a rural village nestled between a lake and mountains. A quiet summer abruptly shatters for a young boy named Hashem, whose seasonal break turns into a sequence of trauma, physical injuries, and persistent self-blame following the loss of a companion. The narrative examines family loyalty, parental sacrifice, and the enduring strain of survival, tracing how relatives offer tenderness and support while the protagonist struggles to process grief and carry the heavy burden of an unfulfilled promise.