In the Palm of Darkness

Set against the backdrop of violence-torn Haiti, the narrative follows American herpetologist Victor Grigg and his Haitian guide, Thierry Adrien, as they embark on a quest for a rare amphibian. Their journey intertwines personal stories of love, rivalry, and the struggle for survival, reflecting themes of species propagation and extinction. Blending elements of a murder mystery with a sophisticated literary style, the tale explores the intricate forces of nature that shape the destiny of all living beings.