Feigning Heart is not for the faint of heart. Looking forward to
Kenyan Independence, bureaucrat Tom Odhuno is willing to do
anything to climb the ladder of power in his new nation. In the
Kenya highlands a roadside robbery brings three people together.
Odhuno and his young wife Eve Wakimu are set upon by thieves and
Odhuno is robbed of everything. Jude Muigai, a student and farmer's
son, comes to their rescue earning Odhuno's gratitude, but it is
love at first sight for Eve and Muigai. Eve claims she is Odhuno's
slave because Odhuno paid "bride price" to her father for an
arranged marriage. Odhuno claims Eve is bad luck for his career and
wants return of the bride price. Odhuno who also has a city wife
Viki divorces country wife Eve, separating their son Dhano and
daughter Rose Waridi. Despite her love for Muigai, Eve seeking
security for her and Rose marries British teacher Thomas Tatton. As
consolation Muigai marries Eve's sister. Odhuno as a corrupt
bureaucrat accrues power and becomes wealthy poaching wildlife.
Pursued by an undercover investigation, Odhuno attempts to keep his
little empire afloat while maintaining connections with family.
General
Imprint: |
Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
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Country of origin: |
United States |
Release date: |
February 2014 |
First published: |
February 2014 |
Authors: |
Rod McCormick
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Dimensions: |
229 x 152 x 12mm (L x W x T) |
Format: |
Paperback - Trade
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Pages: |
234 |
ISBN-13: |
978-1-4960-3634-6 |
Categories: |
Books >
Fiction >
Genre fiction >
Adventure / thriller >
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Promotions
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LSN: |
1-4960-3634-4 |
Barcode: |
9781496036346 |
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