A Virtuous Killer

Jamilah is a senior nurse who has relocated to the city to raise her younger siblings in a secure environment. Boko Haram is expanding into the lawless borderlands around Lake Chad, abducting and enslaving adolescent girls. She cannot rely on the government or its underfunded security forces to get them back, so she hires a South African mercenary to help.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 420 pages
Publication date: 26 September 2022
Publisher: i2i Publishing

Jamilah's life was forever altered by the devastating effects of terrorism and corruption. Traumatized by the loss of her parents and the stolen innocence of her adolescence, she dedicated herself to becoming a senior nurse in the hopes of providing a secure and better life for her younger siblings. Determined to escape the turmoil, she relocated to the city, where she could pursue her dreams and create a safe environment for her siblings.

Jamilah's brother, Ahmed, had begun his university education, while her sister, Aminah, was excelling in school and aspired to become a doctor. However, their lives were disrupted when Boko Haram expanded its operations into the lawless borderlands surrounding Lake Chad. The terrorist group abducted and enslaved adolescent girls, including Aminah and her classmates, using them as suicide bombers.

Jamilah knew that she could not rely on the government or its underfunded security forces to rescue her sister and her classmates. She desperately sought help, and fortunately, a South African mercenary agreed to assist her. The mercenary claimed to have connections with the Governor, who could potentially help her secure Aminah's release.

However, Jamilah's trust in the mercenary was shaken when she discovered that his master was the Governor himself, playing politics with the lives of the lost girls. Jamilah was torn between her desire for revenge and her moral obligation to protect innocent lives. She knew that she could not let these people break her, but faced an overwhelming challenge against a well-protected Governor and an elusive terrorist.

As a nurse, Jamilah's primary responsibility was to save lives, not end them. She grappled with the moral dilemma of taking matters into her own hands and confronting the Governor, risking her own safety and well-being. But she refused to surrender, determined to do whatever it took to bring her sister home.

In a daring operation, Jamilah infiltrated the Governor's compound, armed with only her nursing skills and determination. She confronted the Governor, demanding Aminah's release and exposing his corrupt practices. The Governor, caught off guard by Jamilah's bravery, agreed to release Aminah and her classmates.

Jamilah's triumph was short-lived, as Boko Haram retaliated against her and her family. The terrorist group launched a relentless attack, targeting Jamilah and her siblings. Despite their best efforts, they were unable to protect themselves, and Jamilah's brother, Ahmed, was killed in the crossfire.

In the face of unimaginable tragedy, Jamilah refused to give up. She continued to fight for justice and revenge, using her nursing skills to save the lives of those affected by the terrorist group. She became a symbol of resilience and hope, inspiring others to stand up against oppression and corruption.

Jamilah's journey was a testament to the power of the human spirit and the resilience of the human heart. She had faced unimaginable adversity, but refused to let it break her. She had become a beacon of light in the darkness, a symbol of hope for those who had lost everything.

In the end, Jamilah's mission was not just about rescuing her sister and her classmates. It was about fighting for a better world, a world free from terrorism and corruption. She had shown that even in the face of impossible odds, one person can make a difference. And she had done it with her nursing skills, her courage, and her unwavering determination.

Weight: 492g
Dimension: 141 x 199 x 30 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781914933448