Afia and the Lost Drum of War

<p>When the sacred Fontomfrom drum vanishes from the Ashanti palace just days before a royal procession panic sweeps the kingdom. Without its thunderous voice the king cannot be proclaimed and whispers of betrayal spread like wildfire.</p><p>Afia refuses to let silence win. With her reluctant but loyal friend Yaw and fearless Ama at her side she follows a trail of broken wheels oil stains and whispered lies into the deep forest. What begins as a search for a stolen drum becomes a race against smugglers traitors and time itself.</p><p>Captured outnumbered and nearly outwitted Afia must summon all her courage and Yaw's clumsy heroics to restore the kingdom's heartbeat before the drums of war begin to sound.</p><p>Packed with suspense laughter and Ghanaian heritage Afia's fourth adventure raises the stakes higher than ever. Perfect for readers aged 9-12 who love fearless girl detectives cultural mysteries and epic twists.</p>