Authored by Josephine Massoud, this historical novel delves into the legendary Bayt al-Hikmah, or House of Wisdom, during Baghdad's golden age. The story, symbolized by a mysterious velvet ribbon, navigates the bustling intellectual and cultural hub of the Abbasid Caliphate. It's a journey through the corridors of one of history's most significant libraries, weaving a tale of knowledge, intrigue, and human connection against the backdrop of a magnificent and transformative era in Arab civilization.