Escaping The Future

<p>When thirteen-year-old <strong>Tola Matthews</strong> boards the school bus for a football tournament he has no idea his life is about to change forever. What begins as an exciting road trip with his teammates turns into a nightmare when their bus is hijacked by armed men led by the ruthless <strong>Colonel Jogba</strong>.</p><p>Separated from his family and forced into a rebel camp deep in the African jungle Tola faces his greatest challenge yet. To survive he must rely on courage faith and his mastery of <strong>intonga</strong> the traditional African art of stick fighting. As he resists indoctrination and plans a daring escape with his friends Tola discovers that true leadership means standing firm in his values-even when the cost is freedom itself.</p><p>Meanwhile Tola's parents launch a desperate search uncovering a network of corruption and violence that threatens not only their son but the entire nation of Ilanga.</p><p><em>Escaping the Future</em> continues the gripping <strong>Tola Matthews Series</strong> blending <strong>adventure survival faith and family bonds</strong> in a powerful story that will captivate <strong>middle grade and young adult readers</strong>. Perfect for fans of <em>The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind</em> <em>Hatchet</em> and <em>Percy Jackson</em> this novel delivers a fast-paced and emotional journey of courage hope and resilience.</p>