Mithaq Al-Nisa’ revolves around the life of Amal Bounmer and her family, living amidst the Lebanese Druze society; shedding light on women’s lack of freedom. Growing up in a patriarchal society causes Amal to question her familial and later marital relationships while trying to get the education she longs for. Amal’s way of surviving this involves marrying Salem, striking a deal that education will be on the other end of that deal, and her desire to get a taste of freedom when she achieves her goal. Fulfilling this lifetime goal leads to the distortion of her self-image along the way. However, the moment Hamed enters the picture, her calling to find answers about existence grows stronger. As she finds herself again, Amal redefines concepts of freedom and relationships, tackling challenges that women face by highlighting intergenerational trauma and pain, pinpointing the collaboration, understanding, and solidarity present amongst women around her.

Foreign rights: dtv

Approximate number of pages: 392 p.