Amriya Hatsabibiyar Aljana is a Hausa horror novel that explores the concept of possession by a female demon named Amriya. The novel was written by Malik Al Ashtar, the young Hausa demonic novelist, he is perfect in writing Hausa Horror novel residing in Niger. The plot centers around a young girl named Aisha who becomes the victim of Amriya’s bullying and possession. The author does a great job of building tension and creating a sense of dread throughout the story. The descriptions of Amriya’s actions are chilling and create a vivid image of the demon’s malicious intentions. The novel is also successful in creating a believable and relatable protagonist in Aisha. The reader is invested in her struggle against Amriya and her attempts to break free from the demon’s grasp.
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One of the strengths of the novel is its ability to incorporate cultural elements into the horror genre. The use of Hausa folklore and mythology adds a unique flavor to the story and sets it apart from other horror novels. Overall, Amriya Hatsabibiyar Aljana is a well-crafted horror novel that keeps the reader engaged and on edge. The plot is well-paced, and the characters are compelling. Fans of horror novels and Hausa literature will find this novel to be a satisfying read.
Description
On a Thursday at the bank of the river… It was a pleasant weather there, the sky was cloudy as if it was going to rain, there was a fresh wind blowing, and the waves of the river were flowing from east to west. That is why they gave an interesting environment. However, despite this pleasant environment, Zahra on the river bank, no one changed her from the situation she was in.
She always felt as if she had no use in this life, a terrible situation that she felt since she started to be a perfect young woman. When Zahra started to grow up, her behavior changed from Zahra like other girls to Zahra (miskila). She is always quiet, laughing is difficult for her, always she is afraid to speak in front of people and thinks that if she speaks she will be blamed, she is very patient even if she is wronged. Her parent thought she would stop one day. But she is still 22 years old, she refused to stop these her behaviors, she even works in a company as a secretary, while since she was a child, she dreamed of becoming a journalist. However, her dream is not fulfilled, the reason for her lack of self-confidence. On the day of the admission to the journalism school, she refused to go, because it was said in her heart that even if she went, she would not pass. The school she wants to study in is one of the top schools in town that everyone aspires to be a part of. She has a thought that the people who are good at writing could embarrass her there, so she didn’t go. She got this job with the help of her father, and she thinks that as long as she gets her salary no matter what, it will be enough for her.
She was slowly going back to the river bank, she was deep in thought… “Hey, don’t you look in front of you when you walk?…” When she regained consciousness, she realized that she had hit a woman.
She is a very beautiful young woman, Zahara has never seen a woman as beautiful as this, because she shines like she is the only one who sun is shining. Confused by seeing this beauty, Zahara has already described herself as a monkey in front of this beautiful creature. The young woman is wearing a long white dress, even though the dress is dirty, it does not detract from the beauty of this woman. Her thin nose, her big white eyes and her small mouth made Zahara feel that she could end her life looking at this woman. Zahara was busy looking at the young woman who did not even feel the trouble she was having when she hit her with her fists.
“I’m sorry..” Zahara said with a bowed head, because she could not bear the evil look that the woman was giving her.
“Are you deaf or what?Didn’t you hear I told you that I hit you?You were have gone to another world, and I am struggling with my loneliness.” The woman told Zahara proudly as she said her last words.
