Review of Quest: Finding Freddie

[Ambessa Negassi]

[Following is a volunteer review of "Quest: Finding Freddie" by Thomas Richard Spradlin.]

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5 out of 5 stars

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Frederick David Nachman was reported to be missing in Lagos, Nigeria, where he went on a telecommunication business. Because of the political tension existing in the country, being a white man and Jewish in Nigeria at the time seemed suspicious and made this case very delicate. Given that Richard, a lawyer, had just returned from Nigeria, it made him a suitable candidate to be sent to find out Freddie's whereabouts since the Swedish and American governments did not want to get involved. However, Richard had just returned with a single entry visa, and his immediate return to Nigeria would be near impossible and suspicious. What would he do? Who or what lies behind Freddie's mysterious disappearance? And what dark secrets does post-war Nigeria harbor?

I love how the author of this book went into detail about activities in Nigeria, especially the corruption at the time. It made me wonder how far away the country is from corruption or if their government and civil servants are still as corrupt as in that era. I also admire Richard, a figure whose tenacious preparedness and graceful handling of the mission left me in awe. His every interaction and his treatment of those he encountered were imbued with a level of respect and dignity that elevated him to the ranks of the truly admirable. His respect for Chima was honorable, and he appreciated every help he got from people.

As I turned the final page, I found myself wholly captivated, unable to identify a single element that fell short of absolute excellence. Without hesitation, I bestow upon Quest: Finding Freddie by Thomas Richard Spradlin the highest accolade—a resounding 5 out of 5 stars. Thomas Richard Spradlin's talented storytelling, coupled with the professional editing that graced the pages, created a wonderful experience that I wholeheartedly recommend to anyone seeking to immerse themselves in a book about post-war Nigeria.

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Quest: Finding Freddie
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