In 2010, in the early hours of the post-electoral crisis in Côte d'Ivoire, Max finds himself trapped in his office in Plateau with his colleagues. Thus begins an adventure as incredible as it is tragic, marked by survival, sacrifice, and humanity amidst chaos and violence. Max is haunted by the image of his children, left with a nanny he barely knows, and this concern becomes his compass through the trials that await him.

As the city descends into turmoil, Max discovers both hidden strengths and deep vulnerabilities within himself as he navigates the urgency of survival and an intense desire to reunite with his loved ones. The reader follows his path through unforeseen challenges: ambushes, fleeting encounters, allies as fragile as they are brave, and above all, a confrontation with himself and his values. Max realizes that war does not only attack the body but also tests the mind, and every decision becomes a matter of life and death.

In The White Zone, Max is faced with the most difficult choices as he strives to protect his family while staying true to himself. His journey, painted with both honor and despair, sketches a portrait of a torn Côte d'Ivoire, yet one still filled with a radiant humanity. This novel is an immersion into the tragedy of war and the hopes born from the darkest situations?a captivating story blending courage, resilience, and Max's unyielding quest to reunite with his family and find meaning in the chaos.