Azaro is born bound to the spirit world but refuses the fate arranged by his spirit companions. After breaking their pact he survives attempts to reclaim him, and the final two spirits promise the greatest danger. The story follows his precarious existence between worlds.

Set against the shifting landscape of Nigerian politics, the novel blends allegory and magical realism to explore agency, identity, and communal power. The narrative pairs visionary imagery with social insight, examining how spiritual forces and human institutions collide.

Published by Phoenix House in 1998, this hardcover spans 337 pages of richly imagined scenes and morally complex characters. Readers who appreciate layered symbolism and political nuance will find the book rewarding.

Key themes

• Magical realism and spirit-world lore
• Allegory of power and responsibility
• Nigerian political context

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