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Rebuke the Wind
An African epic, Rebuke the Wind begins in France, sweeps through the United States, Iraq, Morocco, Nigeria and Cameroon to the Arab gulf and the source of terror financing. At the center of the story is Isa, a remarkable 14-year-old from Cameroon who, having been kidnapped by Boko Haram, defies the terrorists with her own escape and her breathtaking rescue of a Frenchman also held hostage. The novel paints a vivid portrait of her knowledge of the African bush, as well as her courage, faith and determination as she confronts the world’s largest terrorist organization. Providing texture to the story are brave US, UK and Indian private security teams, seemingly soulless child soldiers of Boko Haram, corrupt Nigerian military, Saudi terrorist financiers, Kenyan money-launderers and the international politics of terror. Rebuke the Wind is more than a good read. It is a tribute to the people of the Sahel, particularly the young women who have been victimized by Boko Haram and left largely unknown behind the headlines.
264 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 26, 2021
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August 17, 2023
Overwhelming - Human Tragedy and Redemption
Remarkable attention to detail,throughout the entire book, whether it is about the characters (both individuals and groups), the geography, the history, the legal framework, the animals, or the indigenous legends and stories. A very robust story, well-situated on an African canvas.
The character development is full, realistic, and comprehensive. I felt like I could reach out and touch the protagonists. Their dialogues were entirely believable.
The writing is detailed yet not cumbersome. The abundance of detail piques a constant desire to continue reading, to see what is around the next literary corner.
This story resonates with our times. Rebuild The Moon left me emotionally overwhelmed, initially shocked by the horrendous savagery of its topic, and then appreciative of one man's attempt at redemption.
Remarkable attention to detail,throughout the entire book, whether it is about the characters (both individuals and groups), the geography, the history, the legal framework, the animals, or the indigenous legends and stories. A very robust story, well-situated on an African canvas.
The character development is full, realistic, and comprehensive. I felt like I could reach out and touch the protagonists. Their dialogues were entirely believable.
The writing is detailed yet not cumbersome. The abundance of detail piques a constant desire to continue reading, to see what is around the next literary corner.
This story resonates with our times. Rebuild The Moon left me emotionally overwhelmed, initially shocked by the horrendous savagery of its topic, and then appreciative of one man's attempt at redemption.
September 28, 2023
Such a fantastic book! I couldn’t put it down and it was refreshing in that it’s unlike any books I’ve ever read. He writes with passion, teaches us the culture and flavor of the Sub-Saharan Africa all rolled into a spellbinding tale.
Highly recommend!
Highly recommend!
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