The Ghost Runner

Step into the gripping world of "Ghost Runner," a thrilling novel by Parker Bilal, published in 2015. This suspenseful tale unfolds against the backdrop of Cairo in 2002, where the aftermath of 9/11 casts a long shadow over the city. Follow Private Investigator Makana, a man grappling with his painful past as he navigates the streets of Cairo, haunted by the memories of his lost family.

When a routine surveillance job leads him to the shocking murder of a teenage girl, Makana is drawn into a dangerous quest for justice. His journey takes him to Siwa, an isolated oasis town on the brink of the Sahara, where the rules of law seem to vanish amidst lingering violence. With 432 pages of intense storytelling, "Ghost Runner" explores themes of loss, resilience, and the chase for truth. Dive into this evocative fiction that combines rich imagery with a compelling narrative and discover the mysteries hidden in Bilal's powerful prose.