This is an account of what African Slaves went through, if they were lucky. With events, punishments and work that actually happened, see their life through their eyes. From an horrific capture to a catastrophic journey and hard labor at the end. Would you have survived....?

"Mother was lying down, throwing up on her own, once sweet-smelling, clothes, whereas Father sat up, comforting me." Blessing was only five when she was pulled on a ship, ready to be used as a slave when she grew up. When Blessing is chosen to become a servant for a young girl, named Elizabeth, Blessing can't believe her luck! But, when Blessing says something to make Elizabeth want to leave, should she stick with what she wants, or fight for Elizabeth to stay with her? Follow her, as she suffers arguments, love, and of course the ups and downs of slavery.

I hear hounds barking in the distance. They better not find where I hide. I am not going back to that retched place. Not ever again. The scars on my back say so. They are getting closer. I either have to run for it or trust that the hounds won't smell me. A twig snaps under a foot about ten yards away. I grab a small rock and throw with all my might to the left of where I hide. There is a light thunk, but it is enough. The dogs ears perk up and start sniffing in the direction of my pebble. I throw another small rock in the same direction. I hit a tree. A squirrel darts down the trunk a through the brush. The dogs take on the chase. The dogs owners, which call themselves bounty hunters, chase after the dogs. I make a run for it. I feel a hand grip my wrist and another hand stifle my scream.

Like Desmond Tutu, Nelson Mandela, and many other great men, will he realize the African dream? The novel is a general fiction and compilation of love, distrusts, greed, adventures and betrayal, and insightful descriptions and philosophies about Africa. It involves a long and epic journey of Sumowood Alkebulan, a dreamer who remains committed and dedicated to uniting Africa from in his small hometown, Afrika. Afrika lies in the middle of Africa, although rich in abundance, the small fertile land is rotten to the core and faces enormous challenges from the hands of dictators and greedy folks. Sumo will transition from a Lawyer to a Freedom Fighter, and intend going extra miles in his quest to expand his dream from in his small hometown to the African continent. Will his dream ever come true? Find out from the story! A/N: This story is still a draft and is not yet edited. Chapter I looks sort of awkward, maybe not too good, but I am very sure that you will find the other chapters very entertaining. I hope you enjoy your read? - BTW if you have any comments or suggestions to the story, please do not hesitate to share. I will be glad to include or consider if they're really necessary.