"In 1989, Sarah LaForge arrives in Zaire determined to do some good in the world. Only 28 and already a widow, she feels that this post with the U.S. Embassy will be her chance to start again after her husband's suicide. Not long after her arrival, Sarah meets Jacques, and their connection is undeniable, and the two idealists embark on a passionate affair. Jacques, though Belgian, has lived his entire life in Zaire, and he is firmly enmeshed in the political and social whirl of a country full of corruption, expatriate influence, and business interests. As turmoil looms like the ever-present storms of the rainy season, Sarah and Jacques find themselves right in the middle of a very dangerous situation. But despite the risk, Jacques and Sarah begin to heal the pain within one another. Devlin (Precious Pawn, 2014) has crafted a richly described landscape and brought to life characters straight from the pages of history. And she should know, having lived and fallen in love in Zaire (now the Democratic Republic of Congo) during that time period. - Diana Platt"
(4/11)The Russian Five, a feature-length documentary film
will premiere at the fifth annual Detroit Free Press Film Festival on April 11 at the Fillmore Detroit theater.
Target Africa is absolutely compelling. It is a deeply-felt personal and even emotional witness coupled with more than enough data to prove the case, and all from a source whom the reader cannot help but admire."
(3/23) LifeSiteNews.com ran a story on a U.N. conference for women that featured Uju and discussed her book.
(3/27) The Andrew Klavan Show posted its interview with Uju.
Made for Love9781621642190
(4/10) Interview scheduled with
The Andrew Klavan Show; 12:35 p.m. CT/10:35 a.m (PT); live skype interview.
Heroism and Genius9781621640141
(4/11) Interview scheduled with
EWTN Live; 8pm ET live in studio interview.
Excerpt: "Going Deeper is the best choice for those who have never been exposed to the strong classical arguments for God's existence and God's providence."
Excerpt: "Explaining his approach in the Prologue, Augros notes the difference between the interior view we have of ourselves and the exterior view, which we share to a significant degree with others. The exterior view is usually based on physical observation; the interior is most emphatically not. And so the author tackles head-on the limitations of our contemporary scientism"
The Hour, and move to Saint Lucia to be with his girlfriend Caroline. However, when he's offered the opportunity to document war crimes by a friend who works at the American Embassy, he can't refuse. Roberto and his friend, the troubled, talented photographer, Daniel, head to El Encanto, an estate deep in the jungle that looks like something out of a fairy tale. El Encanto was the target of a vicious paramilitary group called the Black Jaguars, who have been killing civilians. During their journey, Roberto, Daniel, and their guides discover that getting to the truth about the mass civilian slaughter may require unimaginable sacrifice. Epperson immerses readers in a dense jungle seething with treacherous flora and fauna and murderous men, punctuating terror with startling moments of beauty. Though the novel features vivid sensory detail, the strong violence will not be for everyone. (May)"
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The story was magical and cool and out there (in a good way). The characters had an almost biblical innocence to them which was enhanced and made even more believable by the god-like persona of their rock god. Also, I loved the literary references littered throughout the story (I see you, Frankenstein). Definitely check out Meet Me in the Strange."
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The Year of the Knife was a good book and I'd recommend it to anyone looking for a a fast-paced tale, a little magic or perhaps some alternate history. I enjoyed GD Penman's ease at storytelling and I'll definitely look for more works by the author in the future."
