Jake Barton, an American engineer, teams up with the enigmatic Gareth Swales to sell Bentleys in 1930s East Africa. Their seemingly straightforward task quickly escalates when they are drawn into a high-stakes mission: smuggling these vehicles into war-torn Ethiopia to aid the desperate resistance against the Italian invasion. Joined by the intrepid journalist Vicky Camberwell, the trio embarks on a treacherous journey, navigating hostile European forces and confronting the brutal realities of a continent on the brink of conflict.

Why You Should Read?

• Experience a thrilling historical adventure set against the backdrop of 1930s East Africa and the Italian-Ethiopian War.
• Follow compelling characters engaged in daring acts of smuggling and defiance amidst geopolitical turmoil.
• Discover a tale of resilience, moral dilemmas, and the pursuit of freedom in a perilous era.
• A classic action-packed narrative from master storyteller Wilbur Smith.