"Dark at the Crossing" is a novel by Elliot Ackerman published in 2017. It's set against the backdrop of the Syrian civil war and follows the story of an Iraqi-American man named Haris who crosses the border from Turkey into Syria, hoping to fight alongside rebel forces against the regime of Bashar al-Assad. However, once he crosses over, he finds himself entangled in complex relationships and moral dilemmas. The novel delves into themes of identity, belonging, loyalty, and the blurred lines between friend and foe in times of conflict. It's a deeply atmospheric and thought-provoking exploration of the human experience in war-torn landscapes. Ackerman, a former Marine who served in Iraq and Afghanistan, brings a unique perspective to the narrative, drawing on his own experiences and observations of war.
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