This historical fiction novel, set in the 18th century, has everything - adventure, romance, and excitement! The rescue of a lady in distress, and the escape across unchartered Africa creates a story that is hard to put down. Many cultures, from the Dutch shipping magnates and the Muslims of India, to the warring African tribes of the Ngumi and the Tozi, are explored in this well researched novel, which makes it a pleasure to read.