The Last Quest For Water

By David Wraith

It is 1935 just before the break-out of the 2nd Italian-Ethiopian war. Just a year ago while on an unsanctioned expedition near the Blue Nile, an Italian geologist stumbles across the first accounts of a startling revelation that has been hidden over the ages by the monarch of Ethiopia. Soon after, he mysteriously dies from a fatal unknown illness, leaving his last sincere request for his brother to finish his search.

Now, Franco Renato, a former mercenary known as the chameleon, is hell-bent on honoring his brother's last wish. He learns that his search begins and ends with the capture of a mysterious man who was recently a chief officer to the emperor of Ethiopia---Sema Melaku.

After persuading an ex-military comrade (fascist dictator and prime minister of Italy) for assistance, Franco is on the hunt as he uses his charismatic and exceptional skills to elude colonial forces throughout the Sahel while solving a mystery that will to lead to the discovery of the greatest gift ever to humankind.

But just within reach, he is betrayed by a conspiracy that's going to reveal the painful truth behind his brother's death.

In this International Thriller, an emperor will struggle to save his country from the Italian Invasion. A fascist dictator who has furtive plans and swear vengeance will be exposed. A servant to the Imperial Palace of Ethiopia will have to depart on a long-awaited quest through the Sahel of Africa. And a former mercenary who will honor his brother by submitting to this last mission will make a great discovery.

This story was inspired by the true events that took place during the 2nd Italian-Ethiopian War.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0BFX745XM
• ISBN13: 9798354213986
• Release Date: September 2022
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 350 Pages
• Weight: 0.88 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.3" x 8.0"