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Juve and Mark are friends brought together by need. Through a meeting with Wendy, theyform a bond and together they face life. And that life turns wonderful, until disasters knock atthe door, one after the other... Meanwhile, detective Tom Mbuke is running out of time to solve a series of bizarrehappenings that befall the Teluves. He blames himself for a prank that caused so much pain asa 10-year-old and vows to leave no stone unturned to find out what really happened. Butnothing could prepare him to handle the truth that emerges. Kraft is a story about deceit, love, sex, power, betrayal, crime, money and anythingin between, set in colonial Kenya and spanning two generations to present day Kenya andaround several continents..."When it comes to the art and science of storytelling, Nicholas Oyoo has mastered all the nooksand crannies. The portrayal of human existence is so realistic; it is almost palpable - blood,sweat, tears, contradictions, celebrations, lamentations, trust, betrayal, love, hatred, honesty,corruption - all couched in quasi-poetic prose. This book is a must-read." -- CharlesPhebih Agyekum, Author & Editor"The story craftily brings together politics and real life issues that affect everyday people. Itclearly outlines Kenya's history and brings a close feel to it with what was happening on theground. The characters are well woven and the mystery of who fits where soon unfolds. Thesuspense keeps the readers flipping pages to find out the turn of events. Kraft's story hascomplete and carefully chosen characters. Brilliant!" -- Jackline Maina - MissUniversities 2010-2011"Very, very interesting. Kraft Keeps you in suspense with anticipation. It makes youyearn for more. This is a story that is well told. Superb!" -- Carmella Nyokabi -Business Lady"I enjoyed the book. The words are well chosen and well-crafted realizing an enjoyable easy toread story. Each paragraph is an experience in suspense with marvelous flow with clearlyportrayed characters." -- Masowi Willis O. Mainya. - Trade Developer Airtel Kenya"Kraft is an unforgettable story that brings to the fore how greed turns family againstfamily...friend against friend. Reminiscent of Kenya's struggles since independence to the darkdays of the 2007 - 2008 post- poll crisis, the unexpected turns and twists serve to keep thereader engaged." - Elizabeth Ombati - Journalist About the AuthorNicholas Oyoo discovered his passion for writing early in life. He remembers co-authoring a(unpublished) manuscript titled the Daltons while in primary school. Kraft, hisfirst novel, has been a work in progress from his days in secondary school. The novel developedas he prolifically contributed on topical issues in Kenyan dailies. Nicholas is actively involved in initiatives focusing on Kenyans' welfare. He has has trained in Leadership Development under thePolitical Leadership Development Program (PLDP). Partly through this program, and working with other program alumni, they registeredthe trust Pioneers For Change (P4C) in which he holds the positions of Trustee andAdministration Secretary. In addition, Nicholas has held a number of key leadership positions invarious organizations, including that of Vice-Chairman of a promising political party, TwawezaParty of Kenya. Nicholas holds a degree on Journalism and Media from the University of Nairobi as well as aPolitical Science Diploma from Kampala University.