The author was devastated when she returned to her home country after several decades and experienced firsthand the misery, poverty and injustice that had permeated the country as a consequence of countless wars, sanctions, terrorism and corrupt governments.

During her visit to an antique shop in the city of Basra, her fate brought her to an innocent-looking lamp that turned out to host a being with mystical powers. With her newfound acquaintance, she goes on a quest to positively impact the cities that have defined her past and present.

The story is in a modern, low-fantasy world, where certain magical elements interfere with the real world and bring the audience a unique adventure.