Echoes from the Past - (Brigandshaw Chronicles) by Peter Rimmer

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A sweeping African saga of family, conflict, and the land that shapes them.

England, 1887. When seventeen-year-old Sebastian Brigandshaw is cast out by his domineering father, he is exiled to southern Africa-an untamed land on the edge of change.

Under the mentorship of Tinus, a seasoned Boer hunter, Sebastian learns to survive the bush, navigate a divided society, and carve out a life far from the world that rejected him. But Africa is a place of shifting loyalties: British ambition, Boer resilience, and the struggles of indigenous peoples collide as the Boer War draws near.

As tensions rise and the continent is pulled towards conflict, Sebastian is drawn into a story far larger than himself-one that tests his courage, reshapes his identity, and binds him to a land he comes to love as fiercely as those who call it home.

Rich in historical detail and unforgettable characters, Echoes from the Past brings southern Africa's landscapes, cultures, and conflicts vividly to life. It is an epic tale of survival, legacy, and the enduring power of the human spirit.

Perfect for readers of Wilbur Smith, Ken Follett, and sweeping frontier sagas, this is historical fiction that feels lived-in, immersive, and deeply moving.

Begin the unforgettable journey today.

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