Deep in the heart of Oshogbo Kingdom, a secret century old, evidence in a single statue is on the verge of being exposed.
A secret so dangerous it could shake the foundation of Yoruba history.
After a struggle with an elderly woman, a young girl becomes the victim of a curse that threatens to destroy her life and those of the ones she loves. Her only salvation lies in a statue.
She joins forces with an art thief who is on the run from guards of The Lodge. A secret society; whose members are willing to sacrifice their lives in order to retrieve this statue and protect their secret.
In a breathless race through the streets of Lagos, and a face-off with a deadly soldier, intent on a mission from which he cannot fail.
A soldier on a mission, but also locked in a desire to be with the woman he loves. He must not return without the statue, he cannot lose his woman.
Missions, aspirations, desires, emotions collide in this exhilarating tale, a blend of restless adventure, historical intrigue, mythological genius and romance.
Kasala is a fascinating thriller, full of surprises, loaded with suspense at every twist … till its unpredictable end!
About the author
Azubike A. Ahubelem holds an MSc in Information & Communication Technology. A master of his craft, he draws inspiration from the world around him, weaving elements of his observations into compelling narratives. Though a dedicated writer of pure fiction, his insightful perspectives have also found a platform in Punch Newspaper, where his thought-provoking article, “Taming the Monster of Crime,” was featured.
Azubike is the brilliant mind behind Kasala: The Curse, a mythological thriller that intricately fuses African folklore with the vibrancy of urban life. His bold novel, Don’t Join, offers an enthralling glimpse into the dark realities of gang culture in Nigerian universities. Do not Join does not stop at just prose; it has also been creatively transformed into a captivating comic series by the author.
In recognition of his talent and impact, Don’t Join was nominated for Best Fiction Writer at the prestigious Nigerian Writers Award in 2016. Azubike A. Ahubelem is a storyteller whose works not only entertain but also shine a light on critical societal issues.