On a reading journey in Morocco, Leila Slimani meets Nour, a young reader who speaks candidly about her sexuality and the intimate tragedies of many women in her circle. Inspired by this moving encounter, Slimani decides to delve deeper into this topic. She meets with a variety of women and uncovers through their personal stories the drama of a patriarchal society that suppresses the desire for freedom and equality. This graphic novel vividly portrays the complex reality of a country where Islam is the state religion and documents the struggle of women for their rights.