In “What the Day Owes the Night”, Yasmina Khadra has written a majestic novel about Algeria, and his is an amazing story that highlights the terrible rift between lovers, family and friends that are loyal to the same country. Younes, the narrator, is, despite his conflicting character, both interesting and likeable. Notwithstanding, many readers will find themselves by turn frustrated at some of the poor decisions he makes.