In a village where tradition reigns, a bold shift in leadership sparks a clash of values, ambition, and identity. Set in the heart of Africa, Sam Ayertey’s Transformation of a Village is a suspenseful and thought-provoking novel that explores what happens when modern ideals confront age-old customs—offering a gripping portrayal of change, community, and the price of progress.
UNITED KINGDOM – A must-read for lovers of suspense and anyone intrigued by the complex dynamics of African society in transition, Transformation of a Village is not just a suspense thriller—it is an immersive exploration of power, leadership, and the fragile tension between tradition and modernity.
Set against the vivid backdrop of rural Africa, Sam Ayertey’s novel offers readers a rare window into the cultural and political pulse of a continent that is rarely truly understood. It also showcases the author’s understanding of real-world issues: the struggle for self-determination, the friction between generational values, and the challenge of redefining leadership in a rapidly evolving society. And it is through his protagonist’s journey, which is marked by political intrigue, shifting alliances, and the looming influence of national power, that readers are gripped, entertained and enlightened.
With tightly woven suspense and an authentic voice, Transformation of a Village engages not only fans of political drama and thrillers, but also readers with a keen interest in African history, governance, and community-led development. This is a story in which every decision has weight, and the future of a people hinges on the courage to question the past.
Synopsis:
In Transformation of a Village, experience the evolution of Adoma, an African village on the brink of change. When the elders alter the age-old system of selecting rulers, choosing merit over lineage, a ripple of discord sweeps through the community. Reluctantly crowned the new chief, city-bred John navigates a path of tradition and modernity, aiming to uplift his village through self-help projects. But as he soon discovers, the road to progress demands alliances beyond the village borders, pulling the Central government into their fold to accelerate Adoma’s journey towards a new dawn. Through a blend of suspense and drama, this tale explores the pulse of a community amidst a changing world.
The author says:
“Transformation of a Village is typically an African story. The people of Adoma want a change that will bring developments to the village. But when the elders decide to change the system of selecting their traditional leaders in order to get a qualified leader to bring the development needed, the village is plunged into disharmony. The method is changed anyway but the new leader selected, a city worker, makes the situation worse because he does not want to be a village traditional chief. However, when he reluctantly changes his mind and accepts the leadership, he surprisingly leads his people, through self-help projects and with the involvement of the central government, to the development they want. “
Published by Austin Macauley Publishers, Transformation of a Village is available to purchase in paperback (ISBN No: 978-1685624743) priced £9.19 and Kindle format (£3.50) on Amazon at https://tinyurl.com/4czj5mmp and https://tinyurl.com/44ymet5h
Transformation of a Village is also available to purchase at Foyles and Waterstones
About the Author:
Sam Ayertey was born in 1945 in Odumase-Krobo, Ghana. He was educated at Mount Mary College and the University of Ghana. On completion, he was awarded a grant for post-graduate studies in literature at Atlanta University, Georgia. He obtained the M.A. degree in 1975. Sam lectured at Spelman College, Atlanta, before returning to his native country.
There, he taught for a few years and relocated to Britain to pursue a course in order to satisfy his quest for writing. He actually started writing at the University of Ghana, where he won two academic prizes for short story and verse writing. Transformation of a Village is his first major work. Sam Ayertey spends his leisure time listening to music and watching movies, whilst also enjoying literary and sporting activities. He is married and blessed with three children.
