The Rising Black Star

Eighteen-year-old Ani Baknu's life parallels the struggles of the country. Both are determined to end the oppressive hold over them and become free. Ani's father Kofi is determined to keep Ani under his control as long as possible. When Kofi learns Ani is dating Deka, the daughter of Kofi's business partner, Kofi and Deka's father both forbid the relationship. Headstrong and stubborn, Ani and Deka ignore their father's demands and pursue their relationship, but someone is determined to put an end to it, even if it means injuring or even killing one of them. As the political tensions in the country grow stronger, so to, does the tension between Ani and Kofi. Struggling to find his place in the world, Ani plods ahead, working towards his degree as an attorney, against Kofi's wishes, and attending political rallies. Will Ani and Deka's relationship survive the hurdles thrown in their path? Will the country survive the riots and unrest or will there be an all out civil war?