For A Long Time, Afraid Of The Night

In early April 1994, a young Rwandan boy named Arsène finds himself catapulted into a harrowing journey as the darkness of night consumes his village. At just eight years old, he is forced to flee amidst the turmoil and fear that envelop his home. The haunting sounds of chaos echo all around him, as he grapples with the reality of his fractured world.

While navigating through the shadows, Arsène's innocence clashes with the harshness of survival. He encounters a cast of characters who reflect the terrifying consequences of violence and the fragile nature of humanity. Each interaction deepens his understanding of both fear and hope, as he seeks safety and solace in an unpredictable environment.

The story unfolds as a poignant exploration of childhood loss and resilience in the face of overwhelming adversity. Through Arsène's eyes, readers are thrust into an emotional landscape where every decision counts and where the night, once a source of terror, becomes a path toward an uncertain but necessary dawn.