"Golem" is a story that may seem simple at a first glance, but it can make many people uncomfortable. So, before you dive in, I'd like to ask you to keep a few things in mind.
Please be patient with Aliyu's prejudices against the LGBTQIAPN+ community. He was raised in a deeply homophobic environment, even more so than our own. Some passages may be triggering, but I urge you to trust Aliyu's journey. The story ultimately challenges and deconstructs these prejudices. The same goes for other characters in the book, with different prejudices: racism, fatphobia, xenophobia, misogyny, among others. The story explores difficult themes such as violence, trauma, mental health, and suicide, but always with the goal of promoting understanding and empathy. It also touches on the horrific reality of child sexual abuse, a tragedy that can affect any family, regardless of background. "Golem" highlights the vulnerabilities that can lead to such abuse, emphasizing the need for collective action to protect children.
Prepare to enter a world where the boundaries between science and the supernatural dissolve. And that´s very specific to the world of Golem. The afterlife in Golem is just one in a multitude of possible answers to one of humanity's oldest questions. An answer I crafted to spark your imagination and think outside the box when it comes to life and death.
Well, this is it! Any questions or clarifications, we’ll be more than happy to help you at dadosheridan@gmail.com.
A big hug!
Dado Sheridan
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