Assegai by Wilbur Smith is an epic historical adventure set in 1913, part of the Courtney series. Leon Courtney, a former soldier turned professional hunter, navigates the dangerous world of British East Africa, guiding wealthy and powerful clients on thrilling safaris. His fame increases after accompanying U.S. President Theodore Roosevelt on a big-game expedition, but with celebrity comes danger.
Leon is recruited by his uncle, Penrod Ballantyne, to spy on one of his clients: Count Otto von Meerbach, a German industrialist aiding the Kaiser’s war efforts. As Leon becomes entangled in a web of espionage and passion, he uncovers a plot that could devastate the British forces in Africa. His growing love for von Meerbach’s mistress, Eva von Wellberg, complicates his mission, putting him in grave peril as he attempts to thwart the plot. Set against the backdrop of impending global conflict, Assegai delivers gripping action and vivid historical detail, solidifying Wilbur Smith as a master of historical fiction.
An exciting read for fans of adventure, espionage, and historical drama, Assegai will captivate those who enjoy fast-paced storytelling set in the heart of Africa.
