Stranger in a Familiar Place

By: Barakah Smith

Narrated by: Quikson Diehl

Memory, touch, and emotions are essential to one's humanity, Elias wakes up in a strange place with none of them. Lost and confused, he must rely on the help of a massive talking polar bear named Malakh to navigate the dangerous world of Saile and restore his missing pieces before it's too late.

As they journey through the unforgiving landscape, Elias and Malakh face a series of painful challenges that test the limits of their friendship and their will to survive. But as they uncover the dark secrets of Saile, they begin to realize that their quest for restoration is much more complicated than they ever could have imagined.

With the darkness closing in around them, Malakh must confront a betrayal from his past and come to terms with the consequences of his actions in order to keep Elias safe. And as they struggle to find a way home, they must ultimately decide their own fate and the fate of Saile itself.

Full of heart-pounding action, stunning revelations, and unexpected twists, this gripping tale of self-discovery and redemption will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last minute.

©2019 Barakah Smith (P)2023 Barakah Smith