First published 1985
Theodore Blanchaille has abandoned his priestly vows and embarked on an impossible mission. The former man of God now pursues a fortune that Paul Kruger, the legendary Boer leader, smuggled away from South Africa decades earlier. His search carries him across continents and into a world where nothing remains as it seems. Each clue Blanchaille uncovers reveals fresh layers of treachery. Former allies become enemies. Sacred beliefs crumble under the weight of harsh truths. Violence follows him from country to country as he closes in on his prize. The treasure hunt transforms into something far more dangerous than Blanchaille anticipated. At stake is not just the gold itself, but his understanding of history, loyalty, and his own identity.
Genres: historical-fiction, adventure, mystery, thriller
Vibes: fast-paced, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: identity-crisis, treasure-hunt
Setting: South Africa, Africa
Period: 20th-century
279 pages · Hardcover · Viking Adult