Peer-E-Kamil

Peer-e-Kamil has a message for everyone. There comes a moment in life when one has to decide between light and darkness. Even in light, one needs to tread carefully because amid darkness, it makes no difference whether one can or cannot see.

But sometimes, there is a second chance—one may repent and trace back his steps to light. At this point, the only guiding voice is the one that leads to true enlightenment—the voice of The Perfect Mentor.

This novel tells the soul-stirring journey of a girl named Imama, who belonged to the Qadiani sect. She was blessed with Noor-e-Hidayat (the light of guidance) and embraced Islam. However, her family strongly opposed her decision. Despite this, she remained steadfast in her faith.

Imama was engaged to one of her cousins, who was also Qadiani, making it impossible for her to marry him after converting to Islam. In her struggle, she sought help from her neighbor, Salar, a highly intelligent individual with an IQ level of 150+. Salar was an unusual personality—deeply immersed in sins, indifferent to religion, and far from spirituality. Moreover, both Imama and Salar disliked each other initially.

As the story progresses, Salar undergoes a transformation. He begins to recognize the realities of life, Islam, and his purpose. The book presents a soul-shaking journey of faith, self-discovery, and redemption.

One of the most powerful messages in the book is the reminder of the fleeting nature of worldly luxuries. Many people focus solely on accumulating wealth and comfort, forgetting the true purpose of life. The only right path begins with Allah (سبحانه و تعالى) and ends with His beloved last Prophet, Hazrat Muhammad (ﷺ).

Life is about choosing what is right, not merely following societal norms. Allah has given us the ability to distinguish between right and wrong, and we must make wise choices, as we are not given endless opportunities.

About Umera Ahmed

Umera Ahmed is one of the most widely-read and celebrated Urdu fiction writers and screenwriters of our time.

She holds a Master’s degree in English Literature from Murray College, Sialkot. After completing her studies, she served as an English language lecturer for O and A level students at Army Public College, Sialkot. Eventually, she left teaching to focus entirely on her writing career.

Umera began her literary journey in 1998 at a remarkably young age. Her early stories were featured in monthly Urdu digests and were later compiled into books. Over the years, she has authored around 16 titles, including full-length novels and collections of short stories. Among all her works, it was the novel "Peer-e-Kaamil" that truly established her as a household name.