Whoever Fears the Sea: An evocative nautical adventure set on the coast of Kenya

By Justin Fox

A gripping and reflective tale of modern seafaring along the African coast. For fans of R.E. McDermott, J.M. Coetzee, maritime stories and literary fiction.

Will Paul's obsession lead him on a voyage into death?2001, AfricaAs the world reels in the aftermath of 9/11, documentary filmmaker Paul Waterson is preparing to spend a month away researching Swahili seafaring culture in East Africa.

As he wends his way through Kenya to the historic Lamu Archipelago, Paul becomes caught up in the search for the last remaining mtepe dhow - an ancient craft that's stitched together with thread.

But with tensions at an all-time high in the wake of the terror attacks, his journey is set to take a perilous turn when, against all advice, he boards a boat headed for Somali waters.

When the craft is kidnapped by pirates, a terrifying battle for survival ensues.

Has Paul gone too far in his quest for adventure?

Packed with twists and turns, WHOEVER FEARS THE SEA is a nautical adventure story, combining suspense-filled action with a thought-provoking take on Somalia's turbulent history.

'an engagingly romantic, fast-paced tale of sailing-ship adventures off the myth-laden East African coast, with plenty of action' - J. M. Coetzee

'This tale of courage and intrigue on the high seas is a winner all the way. It will grip you from the first page to the last' - Atlantic Sun

'a well-written, fast-paced read, lyrical in its descriptions and thought-provoking in its theme' - Weekend Argus

'Fox is a master travel writer. His fiction, like his non-fiction, is lucid, graceful, and stowed with facts' - Sunday Times

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1800552912
• ISBN13: 9781800552913
• Release Date: May 2021
• Publisher: Sapere Books
• Length: 238 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.3" x 8.0"