Synopses & Reviews
Review
"This work of historical fiction is the story of the fabled Stanley (of 'Dr. Livingston, I presume?' fame) who is sent by Queen Victoria to avenge the defeat and beheading of General Gordon in the Sudan. We are treated to triumph and tragedy; slavery and savage battles; courage, cowardice, and cannibalism. A bloody blockbuster." Reviewed by Daniel Weiss, Virginia Quarterly Review (Copyright 2006 Virginia Quarterly Review)