![]() ![]() In order to feed her family and village, the young woman dons her father’s cloak to disguise herself as a man and hunt in the Arz, a dark enchanted forest. Zafira lives in the caliphate of Demenhur, where women are oppressed and the constant snow makes for harsh living conditions. Arawiya has been suffering under a curse for over 90 years after the mythical Six Sisters, magical beings who once ruled the country, stole magic from the land and disappeared. The young prince believes his father is beyond redemption, yet does his bidding out of love for the caring man he once was. The five caliphates of Arawiya are ruled by the tyrannical Sultan Ghameq, whose son Nasir works as his personal hashashin (assassin)-the Prince of Death. This guide is based on the Kindle edition of the text (2019). ![]() ![]() The author’s lyrical prose style is reminiscent of Middle Eastern poetry and supported by theatrical framing, which imbues the story with an epic-like tone. It follows protagonists Zafira and Nasir as they embark on a quest to find an ancient artifact and restore peace to the caliphates of Arawiya. Drawing on Faizal’s Sri Lankan and Arabic heritage, the story is set in a fictional land which is heavily inspired by ancient Middle Eastern culture-including specific references to folklore and mythical creatures. We Hunt the Flame explores themes of morality, redemption, and cultural legacy, with a strong emphasis on character development. ![]()
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