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Strange Woman in the Wilderness - cover

Strange Woman in the Wilderness

Meiring Fouche

Translator Pieter Haasbroek, A AI

Publisher: Pieter Haasbroek

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Summary

4. STRANGE WOMAN IN THE WILDERNESS - RYK SCHOONRAAD SERIES
 
In the untamed wilderness of the Northeast Cape, Ryk Schoonraad, a determined young farmer, stumbles upon a life-changing discovery on his modest farm, Horison. Hidden beneath the earth lies a treasure of topaz, promising wealth and a future he had only dared to dream of. But this newfound hope quickly turns to ashes, literally.
 
Upon returning from Kimberley, where he confirmed the value of his find, Ryk is met with devastation. His farm is burned to the ground, his dreams shattered, and his loyal companion, old Andries, is gone. Behind this act of ruthless destruction is the notorious outlaw Mertel Duvenage, a man with a score to settle. Refusing to succumb to despair, Ryk vows to rebuild and protect what remains of his world. As he begins piecing his life back together, a stranger enters his path, Marina Roux, a self-proclaimed naturalist from Cape Town. Marina’s arrival is as sudden as it is puzzling. Her evasive behavior and mysterious motives leave Ryk torn between trusting her and suspecting she may be a part of the treachery surrounding him. Is she an ally in his struggle, or yet another threat cloaked in secrecy?
 
The frontier’s harsh beauty masks its dangers, and Ryk finds himself drawn into a storm of betrayal and violence. Old alliances crumble, and enemies multiply as he confronts not only the dangerous Mertel Duvenage but also his neighbor, Cor Bastiaanse, a man he once trusted. As secrets unravel and loyalties are tested, Ryk must summon every ounce of courage and wit to protect his land, his treasure, and those he comes to care for. Set against the backdrop of a rugged frontier rife with greed, ambition, and danger, this gripping tale of survival and resilience follows Ryk Schoonraad’s fight to reclaim his destiny. As betrayal looms and the truth about Marina deepens the intrigue, Ryk’s journey becomes a thrilling battle for justice, freedom, and the unyielding pursuit of a brighter horizon.
Available since: 12/26/2024.
Print length: 89 pages.

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