The novel is set during the era of the English occupation, focusing on specific neighborhoods in Alexandria and the events that unfold within them—whether under the watchful eye of the occupation or in secrecy—often involving suspicious activities. It delves into the roles of various characters in shaping these events.

Writer Mostafa Nasr takes us deep into the hidden world of prostitution in Alexandria, exposing the corruption that runs through society. He sheds light on the politicians who enabled this decadence and the struggles of those who were forced into this life by fate.

Despite the grim and painful realities portrayed, the author crafts a compelling narrative, seamlessly blending real historical figures with characters of his own creation, bringing both the past and fiction to life in a captivating way.