Because of Nothing at All: A Novel

Because of Nothing at All is a story of choices, identity, and wealth, its richly drawn characters are lured into schemes that often lead to unexpected results. It depicts the inequities of a world gone awry, where the lines between madness and sanity, justice and injustice, are blurred.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 399 pages
Publication date: 06 September 2022
Publisher: Goose Lane Editions

In a remote region near the Kenya-Sudan border, a group of international health program evaluators finds themselves abducted and forcibly marched under the eerie moonlight of the desert. As their pasts and present intertwine, they unravel the intricate web of connections that bind them to their captors and each other. Among the captives, there is an orphan named Money, who is so famished that he cannot find solace in sleep. A wealthy public health doctor, driven by his profession, gradually loses his sense of empathy and connection to others. A driver, entrusted with the vehicles that provide him with a taste of wealth, finds himself entangled in a web of deception and corruption. Some manage to escape, while others are recaptured, and a few are held at ransom. However, all of them are lured into schemes that often yield unexpected and devastating consequences.
Because of Nothing at All is a profound exploration of choices, identity, and wealth. It is a captivating novel by Sungas that vividly portrays the stark inequalities of a world that has gone astray. The lines between madness and sanity, justice and injustice, are blurred, if not entirely erased, in this intricate tapestry of characters facing isolated and desperate circumstances. The novel sheds light on the complexities of human relationships, the power of greed, and the consequences of our actions, leaving readers with a lasting sense of contemplation and empathy.

Weight: 382g
Dimension: 218 x 140 x 38 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781773102467