"Woman at Point Zero" is a powerful novel about a woman named Firdaus who, after a life filled with hardships and abuse, finds herself on death row in an Egyptian prison. The narrative explores her life story, from her childhood of poverty and genital mutilation to her experiences with domestic violence, prostitution, and finally murder. Through her journey, the book offers a profound critique of patriarchal society and the systemic oppression of women.

The novel is set in Cairo during World War I and revolves around the life of a conservative Muslim family. The patriarch, a shopkeeper, has two wives and several children, and the story explores the dynamics within the family, particularly the tyrannical father's relationships with his wives and children. As the family navigates through a changing society, they encounter various challenges including political unrest, societal norms, and the struggle between tradition and modernity.

"Pharaoh" is a historical novel set in ancient Egypt, during the reign of Pharaoh Ramses XIII. The story is a complex and compelling tale of court intrigue, power struggles, and the inevitable clash between church and state. The young Pharaoh, Ramses XIII, is pitted against the powerful and entrenched priesthood and the corrupt and decaying Egyptian nobility. The novel explores themes of power, corruption, and the human condition, while providing a detailed and accurate portrayal of ancient Egyptian culture and society.

"Palace of Desire" is a novel set in Cairo in the 1920s, continuing the saga of the Cairene patriarch Al-Sayyid Ahmad and his family. It explores the dynamics of the family, the father's authoritarian rule, the sons' rebelliousness, and the daughters' submissiveness. The book also delves into the themes of love, lust, power, and the struggle between tradition and modernity in Egyptian society. The narrative is a blend of social realism and psychological insight, offering a vivid portrait of a society in transition.

"Sugar Street" is the final novel in a trilogy set in Cairo, Egypt, from the 1919 Egyptian Revolution through the end of World War II. It follows the lives of the al-Jawad family, focusing on the younger generation's political activism and romantic entanglements against the backdrop of a changing society. The book explores themes of modernization, colonialism, and the clash between tradition and progress.

The play is a unique twist on the story of Helen of Troy, presenting an alternate version where Helen never actually went to Troy but was instead whisked away to Egypt by the gods while a phantom took her place, leading to the infamous Trojan War. In Egypt, the real Helen waits for her husband, Menelaus, to find her, while fending off the advances of the Egyptian king who desires her. When Menelaus finally arrives, he and Helen must concoct a plan to escape together, challenging the audience's perception of the myths surrounding Helen's beauty and the war fought in her name.