The Emirati Story as told by Adil Alzarooni
A MIDDLE EASTERN LITERARY ROMANTASY
The Red Island: The Gatekeeper is an Emirati novel in English, authored by Emirati entrepreneur and educator Adil Alzarooni.
Set in the abandoned island of Al Jazirah Al Hamra, Ras Al Khaimah, the story weaves together elements of fantasy and romance while exploring deeper themes of love, cultural identity and social change.
The Red Islanders
Loris Owen, united kingdom
"...an extra star for originality"
Bittersweet at times, and surprising, this is a tale of friendship, devotion and the power of free will.
Sue, United States
"An Emirati fever dream"
If you’ve ever wondered what happens when Middle Eastern legends meet a badass coming-of-age story, THIS is your answer.
Synopsis
Some gates were never meant to be opened.
In the forgotten ruins of Al Jazirah Al Hamra, a young Emirati man must confront his deepest fears and the magic that binds his fate.
As he seeks to rescue a friend and reunite with his lost love, whispers of jinns and dark magic challenge his very identity. Will he find the strength to face his demons, or will he be consumed by the darkness lurking within?
Author
Adil Alzarooni is an Emirati author, educator and entrepreneur. He hopes his debut novel, The Red Island, will contribute to the growing repository of cultural knowledge in the UAE.
Genres
Literary Fiction, Middle Eastern Fiction, Fantasy, Romance and Suspense
Themes
Love, Loss, Cultural Identity and Belonging