Lost In The Desert

Lost In The Desert by Robbie Moffat is a literary fiction work published by Palm Tree Publishing on January 13, 2019. This edition spans 104 pages and is presented in English. The narrative centers around two young British individuals and a Japanese adventurer who find themselves in Juba during the outbreak of The Green Monkey disease in October 1976, a precursor to the Ebola virus.

Readers will encounter a backdrop of historical turmoil, as the story unfolds in a region grappling with the aftermath of a lengthy civil war in Sudan and the oppressive regime of Idi Amin in Uganda. The characters navigate a challenging environment, marked by closed borders and heavy rains that have rendered the area inaccessible for months. This exploration of their experiences amidst a significant health crisis offers insights into the complexities of survival and human resilience in the face of adversity.