The Havoc of Choice

The Havoc of Choice is a story about family, politics, and journeying through a fractured country in a delicate time. It explores the long-reaching effects of colonization and corruption within the context of a singular household and the disparate experiences of class and clan they encapsulate. In the wake of Kenya's post-election turmoil, Kavata and her family must find their way back to each other across a landscape of confusion, desperation, and heartrending loss.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 376 pages
Publication date: 29 September 2022
Publisher: Jacaranda Books Art Music Ltd

The Havoc of Choice is a captivating story that delves into the intricate web of family, politics, and the challenges of navigating a fractured country during a delicate time. Set in 2007, Kenya, the novel explores the long-lasting effects of colonization and corruption within the context of a singular household and the diverse experiences of class and clan that it encapsulates.

Kavata, the protagonist, has been trapped for years under her father's corrupt shadow, suffocating under the weight of political machinations. When her husband decides to run for office, these shadows threaten to engulf her home, leaving her with no choice but to plot an escape.

As Kavata's family falls apart, so too does her country. In the aftermath of Kenya's post-election turmoil, Kavata and her family are forced to navigate a landscape of widespread confusion, desperation, and heartrending loss. The Havoc of Choice is one of the first pieces of long fiction from Kenya to delve into the details of the 2007 post-election violence (PEV) in such depth.

Through the lens of a personal and intimate narrative, the novel seeks to understand the root of this spontaneous yet organized conflict and explore what healing looks like for the people of Kenya. The characters are deeply flawed and relatable, their struggles and triumphs reflecting the complexities of the Kenyan society they inhabit.

The Havoc of Choice is a powerful and thought-provoking exploration of the human condition, offering a glimpse into the lives of individuals caught in the crosshairs of history. It is a testament to the resilience and strength of the human spirit, even in the face of adversity.

Weight: 260g
Dimension: 130 x 199 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781914344305