What You Meant For Evil
What You Meant For Evil by Theodore D. C. Cox, published by Theodore D Cox on July 31, 2021, is a 264-page exploration of family dynamics and personal ambition set against the backdrop of political upheaval in Syria. The narrative follows Samira, a bright and capable young woman with dreams of leading her family’s silk empire, and her older brother Mahmoud, who struggles under the weight of familial expectations and shame. As the uprising against the Syrian regime unfolds, their lives take unexpected turns, leading to a desperate arrangement that alters their futures.
Readers will find a contextualized retelling of the Genesis story of Joseph, as the book delves into themes of rivalry, sacrifice, and the quest for respect within a family. The story highlights the impact of external conflicts on personal relationships and the search for salvation amid chaos. With elements of religion and spirituality woven throughout, this edition invites readers to reflect on the relevance of ancient narratives in contemporary life.
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Samira is bright, capable and dreams of a bright future running the family silk empire. Growing up on the banks of the Mediterranean, in Latakia, Syria, favorite child of the wealthy Yacoob Masoud, that future seem assured. However, her much older brother, Mahmoud, has spent his life struggling to please his father, while running the business and living in the shadow of family shame. Mahmoud will stop at nothing to earn his father’s respect and inherit the family fortune.
Neither child can imagine or predict the how the coming uprising against Syrian dictator, Bashar Assad, will turn their lives upside down. In a desperate bid to eliminate his rival, Mahmoud sells Samira into an arranged marriage to a young revolutionary. Migrants flood to Europe. ISIS rises. Samira and her family must decide who will lead and where will they look for salvation.
What You Meant for Evil is a powerful, contextualized retelling of the Genesis story of Joseph. Looking at scripture in this way, enables readers to see just how relevant and relatable these ancient stories are to our lives today.
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