The Eucalyptus Tree

Razaf had a dream: to become a musician. But in the midst of recurring political turmoil in Madagascar, everything collapsed. His dreams, once within reach, were shattered in a heartbeat. What happens when the only thing you know how to do is no longer possible?

Five thousand six hundred miles away, Hira dares to dream, too—of becoming a writer. As she navigates love, cultural differences, and the search for her identity, she also carries the weight of a legacy marked by struggle. Can she succeed where others could not?

The Eucalyptus Tree is a poignant tale of resilience, family, and the fight to break free from a cycle of struggles, set in a place rarely explored in fiction. Enriched with Malagasy proverbs and cultural insights, this story offers a unique window into Madagascar, like you’ve never seen it before.