The treacherous kingdom that lies between India and the Hindu Khush was marred by raids, blood feuds and a trade in slaves. When the Khan of Tokot invites the British Government to send a small mission to the region, Captain Frank Carruthers is considered the ideal candidate. Carruthers is made aware of the volatile atmosphere along the Kingdom's borders. But he becomes intrigued by the legend of the Yudeni drum. According to local myth, the drum lies on the tower of the Khan's fort and a phantom drummer can be heard beating a haunting rhythm. Disaster befalls all who see the ghostly beater. Captain Carruthers is unconvinced and determined to find out the truth behind the drum.
No posts about this book yet. Be the first in the app!
