Chasing The Rain

By James E Rugman

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About The Author

James E Rugman

James E. Rugman was born in Bristol, England on March 16th 1982 and now resides in the Cotswold village of Wotton-Under-Edge with his wife Emily.

He is an animal science graduate with a real passion for animal welfare and behaviour. He wrote his debut novel as a hat tip to his studies and as a way of bringing the humble wildebeest to the public’s attention.

Since graduating from university, James has had a long career in animal welfare before moving into teaching animal husbandry at college level.

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Introducing Berko...

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On the dry, sparse grasslands of the Serengeti, the wildebeest are preparing for the annual migration they have embarked on for millenia. But young Berko isn't thinking of the enemies that lurk beyond the horizon. This season marks his third expedition, and by the time he reaches the woodlands he'll have finally become an adult.

As the son of the greatest leader in the herd's long history, he has always tried to fade into the herd. But as he heads out on this important journey, he is plagued with fear about his own future. Lying beyond the woodlands are the sacred grounds and a rite of passage for all male wildebeest his age. This year will bring the greatest challenge Berko has ever had to face, and will push his relationship with his best friend to the very limits.

On the Savannah your fate is already written in the stars. Can Berko discover his spirit and learn of his own true destiny?