In the haunting aftermath of post-war Lebanon, The Hands of God follows Sami, a conflicted young professor raised by his formidable grandmother, Teta Salma, after the tragic loss of his father and his mother’s mysterious disappearance. Haunted by a longing with passion and driven by the weight of morality, Sami embarks on a deeply personal journey that unfolds through his relationships with five unforgettable women—each holding a mirror to his fractured soul.
From the melancholic Serine to the passionate Cynthia, and the return of his troubled half-sister Lea, Sami’s world begins to unravel. As the ghost of his mother resurfaces and fate weaves through every encounter, he must confront his identity, desires, and the invisible forces shaping his path.
“This book tore my heart open and stitched it back together again. May Safa is a rare talent—her writing is poetic, raw, and wise. Sami’s journey felt personal, universal, and unforgettable.”
Nadia K., Goodreads Reviewer
“Through five women’s love—and sorrow—Sami confronts the inescapable truth of who he is and who he might yet become.”