R. M. Ballantyne 
Black Ivory 

Black Ivory is a story about two English castaways that shockingly find themselves amidst a group of truly loathsome slave traders. Although the cast of this narrative is entirely fictional, the numerous footnotes and references evidence the real-life basis of the story.A gut-wrenching tale of incredible suffering, despair and horror that will hold the reader tight in their seat. On the other hand it is also a tale of hope, love and a brighter future.A must read for those who set out to explore the darker side of our common world history. It brings to mind the critically acclaimed Ridley Scott movie ‘Exodus: Gods and Kings’ starring Christian Bale, Joel Edgerton, John Turturro and Aaron Paul.-