La Boîte à Merveilles by Ahmed Sefrioui

Set in the vibrant city of Fez, this enchanting novel captures the world through the eyes of a six-year-old boy, who finds solace and wonder in his small box of treasures. Through his innocent perspective, readers are introduced to the rich tapestry of Moroccan culture, family dynamics, and the everyday struggles of the working class. The narrative beautifully intertwines the boy's vivid imagination with the realities of his surroundings, offering a poignant exploration of childhood, memory, and the magic found in the mundane.