THE LAKE CHIEF BY BEN O. OKECH

A respected lake man, Obita, foresees the possibility of a lake chief emerging from a homestead born of twins, in a time when the era of lake chiefs has long been forgotten. The twins, Ker Odongo and Olunje Opiyo, must confront and overcome the spirits of the lake in the most feared sacred season of "Mahia mar Nam" to claim the title of lake chief and fulfil the prophecy. Yet, only one can bear the prestigious title. For two hearts that beat with the same rhythm, that love alike, and share a single mind, the choosing of one means the sacrifice of the other, and the chosen one must endure the fated cruelty, even in victory.