Two Years Eight Months and Twenty-Eight Nights

This novel intertwines history and mythology, focusing on characters descended from magical beings, exploring love and the power of storytelling in Two Years Eight Months and Twenty-Eight Nights.

In Two Years Eight Months and Twenty-Eight Nights, the narrative intertwines history, mythology, and an enduring love story, creating a satirical and magical masterpiece. Set in a near-future New York City, the story unfolds after a devastating storm unleashes a series of bizarre occurrences that challenge the boundaries of reality. A humble gardener discovers he is no longer grounded, while a graphic novelist encounters a mysterious being that mirrors his own comic book character. In a twist of fate, a baby abandoned at the mayor's office possesses an uncanny ability to expose corruption, marking the guilty with visible blemishes. Meanwhile, a cunning gold digger is called upon to confront unimaginable forces, bringing together a cast of characters that are as enchanting as they are flawed.

The characters in Two Years Eight Months and Twenty-Eight Nights are revealed to be descendants of the jinn, whimsical and capricious beings with extraordinary powers. The tale delves into the past, where Dunia, a jinn princess, fell in love with a mortal man, resulting in a lineage that intertwines the fantastical with the mundane. As the narrative progresses, the reader is drawn into a world where the extraordinary becomes commonplace, and the struggles of the characters reflect deeper themes of identity, legacy, and the nature of storytelling itself.

This ambitious and powerful novel showcases the author's unique voice, blending humor with poignant moments. It is a celebration of the storytelling tradition, inviting readers to explore the interplay between reality and imagination in a world that is both familiar and fantastical.