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The only sorrow that pained the heart was the unresolved reason their mother had appointed a son over daughters for the Chief Person’s seat.

— Masooma Memon, The Alliance of Al-Vertia - Sci-Fi Short Story Book
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The Alliance of Al-Vertia - Sci-Fi Short Story Book

by Masooma Memon

Sci-Fi & Horror · 60 pages

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Themes Grief & Loss

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“Some have dirty deeds darkening their hearts while others are shaded dark when the flames of hope are snuffed out.”
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“For one, I loathe myself for always being unprepared, acting like the situation has arisen for the first time when it’s just for the umpteenth time.”
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“My mother's words work as a balm to my weary soul, but at times I’m even fed up of what she has to say to me.”
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Masooma Memon
Masooma Memon

Music junkie and an avid reader, I brew stories instead of coffee.

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