Imagine a sky so dark it looks like the world is about to end. That is how this story begins. Huge black clouds are hanging low, and everyone knows a massive storm is coming. There is this giant ocean, the Matip ocean, and it is acting crazy. The water is roaring and jumping like it is alive. It is not just a normal rainy day; it feels like something supernatural is happening. Suddenly, these strange creatures, spirits with wings, appear in the sky right above the deepest part of the water. One of them is holding a small basket, and without any hesitation, he drops it into the center of the crashing waves. The basket sinks fast, going down, down, down into the dark depths where scary things live. It finally lands on top of a massive iron cage that is locked with heavy chains. Inside that basket is a tiny baby girl, and as soon as she hits the cage, she starts crying. Her cry is not just a normal baby cry; it has power. One part of the book says — "The iron cage made a sound and broke apart like melted lead which felt the heat of a fire from deep underground." (translated from Hausa). That is how intense this opening is! You can find this and many other amazing stories at Taskar Novels.
The baby’s tears do something even more shocking. There is an old spirit named Matip who has been chained in that underwater prison for a very long time. When the baby’s tears touch his chains, they just shatter into pieces. He is finally free! But the whole ocean starts boiling like a pot on a stove. Everything is shaking, and Matip knows he has to save this child. He grabs her just as she is about to be swallowed by the dark water. He is hurt and his body is smoking from the magic, but he looks at the sky and screams. He says — "Only I will you hurt, do not oppress those who have done nothing... I will never let you hurt anyone!" (translated from Hausa). It is such a powerful moment because you realize this baby is at the center of a huge war between good and evil spirits. If you enjoy stories with deep mysteries and strong characters, you should definitely check out INAYAH as well.
While all this magic is happening under the sea, the rest of the world is feeling it too. All over the globe, people who do bad magic, like sorcerers and wizards, suddenly fall down. Their magic pots and tools just explode. It is like a giant reset button was pushed. The author, Rasheeda S Director, does a great job of showing how one small baby can shake the whole world before she even takes her first step. It makes you wonder who she really is and why everyone is so afraid of her. If you want to see more drama like this, you can download Hausa novels from the site and get started on your next favorite book.
Now, the story shifts to the human world. We meet Alhaji Abubakar Fiya, a very rich businessman. He is driving his beautiful wife, Hajiya Fatima, back home. They are trying to get back before the heavy rain starts. They happen to be driving on a bridge that goes right over the Matip ocean. The water below them is still acting wild, jumping up like it wants to touch the bridge. Suddenly, Fatima sees something. She sees a strange light near the edge of the water. She grabs her husband's arm and says — "Daddy, look there, see that." (translated from Hausa). She points to a basket floating near the shore. Inside, a baby is kicking her legs and crying. It is a heartbreaking sight because the water is so dangerous. They stop the car immediately and run down to the bank. You can find more emotional stories about family and love like ZUCIYARMU DAYA or YAR JAMIA on the platform.
A local fisherman sees them and helps them pull the basket out of the water. When they look inside, they are stunned. This baby girl is so beautiful it doesn't even seem real. Her skin, her eyes, everything about her is perfect. Alhaji Abubakar is actually scared. He starts thinking she might not be a human child. He thinks maybe she belongs to the spirits of the water. He even starts talking to the ocean, apologizing and saying they didn't mean to take her if she belongs to them. He is ready to put her back because he doesn't want any trouble with the supernatural. It is a really tense moment because you can see how much Fatima already wants to hold her. To find more stories that keep you on the edge of your seat, you should look for Hausa novels online.
The fisherman tells them something interesting. He says he has seen babies on this water before, but they are usually dead. Finding one alive is a miracle. He believes she is human and maybe survived a boat accident or was abandoned by people who wanted to hurt her. This makes Fatima even more determined to keep her. She has been longing for a child, and she feels like this baby was sent directly to her. She picks up the little girl and holds her close to her heart. In that moment, the storm starts to calm down. The hot, scary wind turns into a cool, sweet breeze. It is like the earth is happy that the baby is finally in safe hands. If you like stories about mysterious children and fate, you might also like EL HAJJ.
But the mystery is only beginning. Who would leave such a beautiful baby in the middle of a magical ocean? And what happened to the spirits who dropped her there? The way Rasheeda S Director writes this makes you feel every emotion. You feel the fear of the storm, the confusion of the husband, and the instant love the wife feels. It is one of those books that you start reading and forget to eat because you just need to know what happens next. The baby, named Feeryal, is clearly special. Even as a tiny infant, there is something about her that commands respect and a little bit of fear. For those who love a good mystery, BA BUDURWA BA CE and FUSKA UKU are also great choices to read alongside this one.
As they drive away with the baby, you can’t help but worry about what the future holds for them. Will the spirits come back for her? Will her powers cause trouble for her new parents? This first part of the book sets up so many questions. It is a mix of a fairy tale and a modern drama. The rich lifestyle of Alhaji Abubakar is a big contrast to the wild, magical world the baby came from. It makes for a very interesting story because you have these two worlds colliding. This is definitely one of the best Hausa novels out right now because it is so different from the usual romance stories you see everywhere.
Fatima is so happy, but you can tell Abubakar is still looking over his shoulder. He knows that things that come from the Matip ocean usually bring a lot of stories with them. But for now, they have a new daughter, and their lives have changed forever. The way the author describes the baby's beauty makes you want to see her for yourself. You can really feel the warmth in the car as they drive away from the dark bridge and towards their home. It is a beautiful ending to a very scary beginning. If you want to read the full story of Feeryal and see how she grows up, you can get the book and many others on Taskar Novels. They have a huge collection of all the latest and most popular stories for you to enjoy.
