by Riad Sattouf is the fourth installment in his critically acclaimed graphic memoir series. This volume continues to explore Sattouf's childhood, focusing on the years 1987-1992, as his family navigates life in Syria under the rule of his authoritarian father. The story dives deeper into the cultural and political tensions that shaped his upbringing, highlighting the challenges of growing up in a divided household—torn between his father's strict Arab nationalist beliefs and his mother's French secular values. The narrative is marked by Sattouf's growing awareness of his identity and the world around him, blending humor and melancholy as he depicts the complexities of life in a tumultuous environment.