Limbo Beirut

Experience the gripping narrative of Limbo Beirut by Hilal Chouman, published by Hill Shmn in 2016. This compelling novel spans 232 pages and delves into the lives of diverse characters—a gay artist, a struggling novelist, a pregnant woman, a disabled engineering student, a former militia member, and a medical intern—as they recount the harrowing events of May 2008. During this tumultuous period, clashes between Hezbollah militants and Sunni fighters erupted in the streets of Beirut, forcing these young individuals to confront the shadows of Lebanon's past. Although the Lebanese Civil War (1975–1990) is a distant memory for them, the violence of May 2008 revives haunting recollections and deep-seated fears. Limbo Beirut not only explores themes of identity and survival but also reflects on the socio-political landscape of Lebanon, making it a must-read for those interested in fiction that addresses social conflict and national liberation movements.