Desertion

Set in 1899 East Africa, the story follows Martin Pearce, who collapses in a coastal town and is cared for by Hassanali's sister, Rehana. Their unexpected love affair leads to profound consequences that echo through time, intertwining personal and political narratives shaped by colonialism. Nobel laureate Abdulrazak Gurnah masterfully explores the complexities of relationships and the enduring impact of colonial legacies in this intricately woven tale.