Thundering Smoke

In the tumultuous backdrop of the Irish War of Independence, Tom Sutton, a fierce revolutionary, is consumed by grief and loss after his wife is brutally murdered by the Black & Tans. Believing his son has perished as well, he flees his homeland, only to descend into the depths of alcoholism in the heart of Africa. But a chance encounter with a young girl, Heidi, holding a humble bowl of soup, pulls him from the brink of despair. As Tom and Heidi embark on a journey across the harsh African landscape, from the untamed Rhodesian railways to the roaring depths of Victoria Falls, they uncover a new life of struggle, survival, and hope. With the help of old war allies and a loyal African friend, they seek fortune in the gold mines, only to be ensnared in a world of violence, vengeance, and deep-seated betrayals. As Tom tries to rebuild his shattered life, the echoes of his past-and the ghosts of his lost family-continue to haunt him. At the crossroads of love, loss, revenge, and redemption, The Thundering Smoke paints a sweeping, emotional saga of courage and resilience. Set against the vast and unforgiving landscapes of Africa, this is Tom Sutton's journey toward healing, discovering the true cost of freedom, and the powerful forces that shape his destiny. Will he find peace, or will the shadow of war and regret forever darken his path? Only the thundering waters of Mosi-oa-Tunya can reveal the final truth. A compelling and epic tale of survival, friendship, and the haunting echoes of a man's past, The Thundering Smoke is a story as wild and beautiful as the African continent itself.

The Thundering Smoke - Book 2, The Dutchman's Plan is a continuing evocative tale of redemption, resilience, and the enduring bonds of family set against the backdrop of the African wilderness and the tumultuous history that shapes its inhabitants' lives. Tom Sutton's journey from grief and despair to purpose and hope is a testament to the human spirit's capacity for transformation in the face of adversity. As Tom grapples with the aftermath of a tragic mine accident, he finds solace and purpose in the companionship of Heidi, a young orphan girl whose resilience mirrors his own. Their relationship blossoms into a bond of father and daughter, anchored by love and mutual healing. Yet, their newfound family faces challenges and obstacles at every turn. Tom's determination to adopt Heidi is complicated until the revelation of a letter from the grave, the Dutchman's plan for the future of his daughter is cast in stone and unravels secrets of a vast inheritance in the form of Demberra, a sprawling cattle ranch. With the support of his loyal friend Tim and the guidance of Simalala, an African ally from his past, Tom embarks on a journey to carve a future out of the untamed wilderness. However, their dreams are threatened by the machinations of Bradley, a cunning antagonist hell-bent on seizing Demberra and the hidden fortune of stolen gold it harbors. Bradley engages John Sutton, Tom's estranged son to assist in his plans. Tom's resilience is put to the test as he navigates a treacherous landscape of betrayal, greed, and vengeance. Amidst the turmoil, a new challenge emerges in the form of another woman vying for Tom's affection, testing the bonds forged between father and daughter. As past and present collide, Tom must confront his own demons and reconcile.

In the electrifying conclusion to The Thundering Smoke trilogy, Guy Quigley delivers an epic final chapter where every heart-pounding twist and gut-wrenching loss leads to a devastating reckoning. The unrelenting forces of vengeance, betrayal, and the search for redemption converge in the raw, untamed wilderness of Africa, as the fates of the characters hang by a thread. John Siddley, driven by an obsessive thirst for revenge against his father, allies himself with Tom's arch-nemesis, Bradly, in a plot to destroy Tom's world once and for all. Their deadly scheme manipulates the trust of Tom's adopted daughter, Heidi, turning her into a pawn in their ruthless game. As they close in, Tom finds himself in a fight for survival against not just his enemies, but the very demons of his past. Caught in a deadly attack by a lion, and watching his home burn in flames orchestrated by those he once trusted, Tom must confront truths he's avoided for years. With the loss of his closest allies, the ferocity of Africa's savage landscape mirrors the destruction closing in around him. As Heidi and John go on the run, Bradly relentlessly hunts them down, a cold executioner determined to seal their fate. Amid the thundering roar of Mosi-oa-Tunya-the "Smoke that Thunders"-the final confrontation takes place, where love, anger, betrayal, and vengeance all collide in a gripping, unmissable climax. In this breathtaking finale, the tension reaches its peak in the shadow of Victoria Falls, and the characters' destinies are sealed-forever changed in ways they never could have anticipated. With the power of a raging storm and the stillness of a world on the brink of collapse, The End of the Line will leave readers breathless as it delivers an unforgettable conclusion to a saga of resilience, survival, and the unbreakable bonds that define us all. Will Tom finally overcome the ghosts of his past? Or will he, like the tempest surrounding him, be swept away by the overwhelming power of vengeance? The answers await in the explosive, thrilling finale of The Thundering Smoke trilogy.