The Last Savanna
The Last Savanna by Mike Bond, published by Big City Press on January 15, 2014, is a work of fiction that intertwines themes of action, adventure, and environmental concerns. This narrative follows Ian MacAdam, a Kenya rancher and former SAS officer, as he leads a commando squad on a mission to combat poachers threatening Africa’s last elephants. Set against a backdrop of breathtaking wilderness, the story explores MacAdam’s journey through jungles, mountains, and deserts while he confronts both external dangers and his own past.
Readers will find a gripping tale that delves into the complexities of love and loss, as MacAdam seeks to rescue Rebecca Hecht, a young archaeologist and former love, who has been kidnapped by poachers. The narrative captures the stark realities of Africa, including the impact of overpopulation and wildlife conservation challenges. With a page count of 292, this edition presents a vivid portrayal of the continent’s landscapes and the urgent fight to protect its natural heritage.
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FIRST PRIZE FOR FICTION, LOS ANGELES BOOK FESTIVAL. “A stunning tale of love and loss amid a magnificent wilderness and its myriad animals, and a deadly manhunt through savage jungles, steep mountains and fierce deserts as an SAS commando tries to save the elephants, the woman he loves and the soul of Africa itself.”
With Africa’s last elephants being killed for their ivory, Kenya rancher and ex-SAS officer Ian MacAdam leads a commando squad to hunt down the poachers. Pursuing them through jungled mountains and searing deserts he battles thirst, solitude, terror and lethal animals, only to find they have kidnapped a young archaeologist, Rebecca Hecht, whom he once loved and bitterly lost. McAdam embarks upon a desperate trek to save not only Rebecca but his own soul in an Africa torn apart by wars, overpopulation, and the slaughter of its last wildlife.
An intense memoir of humanity’s ancient heartland, its people, wildlife, deserts and jungles, and the deep, abiding power of love.
“One of the most realistic portrayals of Africa yet.” – YAHOO REVIEWS… “Sheer intensity” – KIRKUS… “A gripping thriller.” – LIVERPOOL DAILY POST (UK)
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