An action-packed adventure on the great river, where colonial mischief, local custom, and a clever sleuth collide in dangerous, comic fashion.
In this gripping tale, a British official and his loyal aides navigate a web of tribal politics, superstition, and rapidly changing loyalties along the river. From tense palm-thick silences to clashes over slavery, rubber, and women’s place in society, the book keeps you turning pages with wit, danger, and a sharp eye for human folly. A quirky scientist-diplomat, a resourceful young engineer, and a cast of colorful chiefs drive a plot that blends frontier realism with sly humor.
The setting is a vivid, isolated “country by itself” where isolation, superstition, and clever manipulation shape every decision. Expect brisk pacing, memorable dialogue, and a steady stream of surprising twists as the cast confronts both modern ideas and ancient fears.
Ideal for readers who enjoy fast-moving thrillers set in exotic locations, with a sense of humor about power and progress.
Again Sanders will appeal to fans of classic adventure fiction and character-driven plots set against a real, textured landscape.
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Anbieter: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, USA
PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Artikel-Nr. LW-9781333870010
Anbieter: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Vereinigtes Königreich
PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Artikel-Nr. LW-9781333870010
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