About the book


In this gripping detective novel, the Director of a Medical Research Institute in Kitgum is found dead. Deputy Police Inspector Odongkara is dispatched to solve the crime, even as he struggles with personal turmoil and his wife’s infidelity. The investigation leads him through a series of dark motives hidden behind professional facades.

The author skillfully blends suspense with romance as Odongkara uses his specialized training and charming personality to uncover the truth. The story explores the complex human intrigues that drive people to commit crimes and the clever tactics used by investigators to bring them to justice.

This book challenges the common misconception that African women were historically denied their freedom. Focusing on the Acholi people of Northern Uganda, it illustrates how women maintained independence through a unique blend of Christianity and African Traditional worship, defying norms long before similar movements began in Western societies.

Fictional yet deeply rooted in cultural reality, the story serves as a testimony to the autonomy of women devoted to their faith and families. It is a must-read for progressive thinkers, exploring themes of resilience and the historical truth of women’s rights within African traditions.

Peter Opiyo’s life is a series of tragic misfortunes following a successful career as a high-ranking government official. After his father is murdered and his wife is killed in a horrific car accident during a military regime, Peter is left broken and impoverished. His struggle for survival highlights the fragility of success in a volatile society.

In a desperate bid to rebuild his life, Peter attempts various smuggling ventures that repeatedly end in failure. His story is a poignant exploration of loss and the search for hope, ultimately reflecting on the harsh realities of fate and the resilience required to endure life’s most difficult trials.