A Son of the Sahara

"A Son of the Sahara" by Louise Gerard is a historical romance set in colonial Africa, painting a picture of love, power, and clashing cultures through the lives of Colonel Raoul Le Breton, his wife Annette, and Sultan Casim Ammeh. The story begins with Colonel Le Breton leading an expedition into the Sahara with his new wife. Tragedy strikes when they meet Sultan Ammeh, who becomes fascinated by Annette. Following a deadly fight where Raoul is killed, Annette is captured. The story follows Annette's desperate fight for freedom, wrestling with hiding a secret about her son's father, all while surviving in the harsh Sahara and its intricate social rules. It's a story of love and betrayal in a complex historical setting.