The story of the greatest African king in history
In a land in turmoil, where no one is safe from violence in the warring era of Zemena Mesafent, a young boy finds himself cast out and alone. But within him burns a fire that will not be extinguished.
The first book of the Adwoa series covers the life of young Kassa Hailu, the future Emperor Tewodros II.
Rising through the ranks as a mercenary, a renowned Kassa sets his ambitions to become emperor, but he’ll have to defeat all challenges to the crown, from Tigray, Gojjam, to Wollo, to Shoa, The second book in the Adowa series covers the unbending will of the exile-turned-shifta as Kassa assumes control of the fractured empire as the King of Kings, Emperor Tewodros II.
To forge a nation out of warring factions, Emperor Tewodros embraced allies abroad for support. The final book covers the Emperor and his struggle with the British Empire as rebellion swells at home. The emperor must face enemies within his gates, and a greater force that could ruin his dream forever.
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