Qahera by Deena Mohamed (spoiler free)

[Bat King]

This is a webcomic by one young lady. Script art and lettering by Deena Mohamed, a 20 year old Egyptian student.

The themes are cultural and drawn from life experiences but not autobiographical. Religion and culture are at the centre of this with the main character being a super-powered hijab wearing young lady. The main thrust is the position of women in modern Cairo.

I found the stories to be interesting and evocative. They aren't preachy but the ideals of the writer are in the narrative.

There are at present 5 parts published online in English, three in Arabic if you prefer.

My full comments are as ever on the blog.

[Mabs]

This has definitely piqued  my interest and I'm in the process of reading it right now.

Thanks for bringing it to our attention, Bat King. 

[Hawkmumbler]

Love me a good webcomic. Thanks BK!

[Bat King]

Glad you like it. I found it on recommendation from a Belly Dancer.