The Fire in His Wake

By: Spencer Wolff

Narrated by: Elias Khalil

The Fire in His Wake, Spencer Wolff’s exuberant debut novel, tells the story of two men swept up in refugee crises of the 21st century: Simon, a young employee at the UNHCR in Morocco, and Arès, a Congolese locksmith left for dead in the wake of ethnic violence.

In search of a better future, Arès embarks on an epic journey across Northern Africa with Europe as his goal. He reaches Rabat, Morocco, where he joins a desperate community of exiles fighting for survival in a hostile land. While Arès risks everything to make it to Spain, Simon gradually awakens to a subterranean world of violence that threatens his comfortable expat life and fledgling romance with a Moroccan singer. Part colorful portrait of life in the Maghreb, part astonishing tale of hope and perseverance, The Fire in his Wake carries the listener from the inner sanctums of the UN to the hazardous realities faced by the refugees in the streets and on their risky crossings to Europe.

When a storm gathers at the UNHCR and the ghosts of the Congo’s violence surface in Rabat, the two men find themselves on a collision course, setting the stage for the novel’s unforgettable and genre-busting ending. Eye-opening, suspenseful, and full of unexpected humor, Wolff brings his personal experiences as an aid worker to this unforgettable story of two remarkable individuals.

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Amazing story and narration

Enjoyed the book and the listen! The story is eye opening, heart wrenching, and bitter sweet at the same time. I haven't listened to a story told this eloquently in a while. Enjoyed every minute and found the narration pleasant and immersive. Kept me on my toes the whole listen!

I thoroughly enjoyed this book

A gripping story, wise to human nature in all its forms. It is a novel full of life lessons, dynamic characters, and their divergent perspectives. An 18 hour journey of resilience through grief and displacement accompanied by beautiful descriptions of the ever-changing landscapes traveled. It scrutinizes issues surrounding privilege, good intentions and the disparities in systems made to protect. In short, I recommend this book!!