The Durbar's Apprentice

It's not often that I read a novel set in Nothern Nigeria nor one that is set in the precolonial era so I was immediately intrigued when I heard about the Durbar's Apprentice. Set in 17th century Nigeria (or what is now known as Nigeria), it chronicles the adventures of a warrior and his ward. I enjo......more

One of a kind The Durbar’s Apprentice is a fascinating story about loyalty, betrayal, greed and compassion set in the 17th - century Nigeria. It is a beautifully written debut novel that centres around the unlikely comradeship that develops between the protagonist and his apprentice. Extensive histor......more

Couldn’t put this book down, was like watching a movie! At the end of every chapter you just want to know what happens next. The writing draws you into another world and another time, one where we FINALLY get to experience African history and culture through a different lens than the usual pre and po......more

A great read. As a British /African raised in the UK, it was refreshing and exciting to read a book of this genre set in these historic times in Africa. I would have loved to have discovered more books like this growing up. Some of the beautifully written language showcases the writer’s undoubted ta......more

This book was recommended to me by a friend and it did not disappoint! The suspense was high, the action was visceral and the attention to detail was thorough. At the heart of the book is a love story, although not in the traditional sense and a story of morality fighting against power. The author c......more