The Princess Of The Lost Village: An African Tale

By Isaac Milioti

Princess Enhle of the Ngoni people is known throughout the kingdom as "the beautiful one"-a prize to be won at the annual village fair, where warriors compete for the right to court her. But behind her royal bearing lies a spirit yearning to be seen for who she truly is, not merely admired for her face.

When she encounters a mysterious young man named Thulani in the forbidden Ukhozi hills, she feels an instant connection-a recognition that transcends tradition and expectation. Before she can learn more about this stranger who looks at her as though she is not a prize but a person, chaos erupts. A ruthless rival kidnaps Enhle, and her father lies wounded on the battlefield.

But Thulani has been watching over Enhle from the shadows her entire life-the secret protector her dying mother chose for her. He follows her captors across the wilderness, and in the darkness, he strikes. What follows is a journey of captivity, courage, and unexpected love, as Enhle discovers a hidden heritage, reunites with her people in an underground refuge, and finds in Thulani a man who sees her-not the princess, not the beautiful one-but her.

The Beautiful One is a sweeping tale of love that transcends duty, identity beyond appearance, and the enduring strength of a people who face darkness and emerge into light. Set against the rich backdrop of Ngoni culture and tradition, it is a story of courage, resilience, and the journey home.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0GTWGP735
• ISBN13: 9798224526369
• Release Date: July 2024
• Publisher: Isaac Milioti
• Length: 150 Pages
• Weight: 0.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 5.0" x 8.0"