Maryam is stuck in an abusive marriage, living with her in-laws in a conservative, toxically religious village. A few years back, her father was given a jar of priceless perfume by a dying leper and it seemed as if their fortunes would improve, but then Maryam's father contracted leprosy and was exiled from the village. Maryam and her siblings, Eleazar and Marta, experience the shame and ostracism this brings. The precious jar that was meant to bring them freedom has only brought destruction. But rumors abound concerning a new doctor; perhaps hope is on the horizon. . ....
Maryam is stuck in an abusive marriage, living with her in-laws in a conservative, toxically religious village. A few years back, her father was gi...
There is a dark presence in Phin's life. His stepfather is a drunk and his malevolence poisons their home. One evening the violence gets out of control. As Phin's mother drags her son's broken body away, she can think of only one place to take him: to the local healer. But this healer deals in more than medicinal remedies. At her insistence, he calls on the spirits to ensure Phin is never harmed again. However, his words are more than a call: they are invitation--one that the spirits welcome as a legion descends and takes root within Phin. Phin awakens to discover he is no longer in...
There is a dark presence in Phin's life. His stepfather is a drunk and his malevolence poisons their home. One evening the violence gets out of contro...
