Soulmate

Adil and Sakina are happily married for over two decades. Adil is a successful entrepreneur and Sakina, a devoted wife. The tide begins to change when Adil is haunted by a series of disturbing dreams that cause vexation to his otherwise serene mind but remains tight lipped about it.On a business trip to Germany, he has a chance meeting with Nasreen, his long-lost love. Nasreen, now a widow, lives with her teenage daughter. The interaction with Nasreen reignites Adil's buried passion for her-akin to discovering his real self.Consumed with a burning desire to reunite with his soulmate, Adil faces unsurmountable challenges to reach his goal.Khalid Saleem skillfully evokes a mixture of emotions. One cannot help but connect with the characters and experiece forfeited love, misplaced joy and a strayed sense of nostalgia and sadness at the same time. With skillful mastery over his writing, the author has the ability to engage his audience and wish for a gratified closure.Ayesha Ejaz, Author of Beyond the Moonlit FrontiesKhalid Saleem makes a notable fiction writer's debut with Soulmate. He reveals a nuanced sensibility and narrative fluency. Revived memories and enduring bonds create a charming tale.Javed Jabbar Senator (r)