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Muhsin al-Ramli
حدائق الرئيس
Set against the backdrop of Saddam Hussein's regime and the subsequent Iraq War, this novel follows the intertwined lives of two childhood friends, Tariq and Abdullah. Their paths diverge dramatically as one becomes a loyalist and the other a dissident, forcing them to confront the brutal realities of conflict, betrayal, and survival. The story explores the profound impact of political upheaval on individuals and families, painting a vivid portrait of a nation in turmoil.