Praise for the novel

Richly complex story of faith, politics, and justice ... An intricate look at the precarious relationship between faith, politics, and their potent effects on people, shifting between characters and timelines while handling divisive themes with a graceful nuance.

A painful picture of a lost young man striving to make his life mean something, at any cost... Depicting global history while remaining rooted in the very human dilemmas of finding meaning and staying true to one’s beliefs.

Deeply felt and richly detailed … The shifting POV effect creates a rich texture that helps to separate the novel from its peers … A sobering tale of complex politics and histories.

Melding the lyricism and cerebral style of literary fiction with the page-turning pull of a political thriller, and the emotional intrigue of a family saga... explores the intersection of global politics with personal convictions, conflicts, and family legacies — all powerfully framed by its Alexandria setting.

Fast-paced like a thriller and culturally complex like Arundhati Roy’s The God of Small Things … The Gales of Alexandria shimmers with action and compelling characters … Elgammal balances a driving plot with rich character studies and complex cultural awareness … Pressure builds towards the satisfying conclusion and resolution.

One of those books that will linger in the mind and memory of the reader long after it has been finished… A unique, compelling, and thought-provoking novel of conflicting faith, fevered politics, and the often painful pursuit of justice.

In the face of global political events, connected people are set on different paths of self-discovery in the thoughtful thriller … Ehab Elgammal’s political adventure novel zeroes in on humanity and love … personal stories heighten the stakes of a political mystery.

"A riveting thriller that explores loyalty, religion, and humanity in a multifaceted way. Elgammal uses political intrigue and suspense as a backdrop to explore deeper themes of faith, justice, and humanity. The novel vividly showcases how historical events bleed into personal lives, leaving scars that span generations."