A review by drjoannehill
The Ardent Swarm by Yamen Manai

4.0

A short fascinating read about a bee keeper who faces an attack from invading giant hornets, and how he systematically learns how to defeat the hornets. Interspersed with subtle political discussion of the impact of Islamist factions post-Arab Spring revolution and the interference of foreign money and power on regime change. These elements didn't feel quite complete story-wise but the message is clear that if there is something to be won from interfering in democracy then power will always find a way to manipulate a free vote. Who is behind the candidates available to vote for, how are their messages communicated - there's probably something going on.