In the captivating second installment of the Adowa Series, witness the rise of a legendary figure as Kassa, a mercenary with unwavering ambition, sets his sights on the ultimate prize: becoming the Emperor of Ethiopia. Follow his thrilling journey from exile to shifta, as he navigates the treacherous political landscape of a fractured empire. With challenges lurking in every corner, from Tigray to Gojjam, Wollo to Shoa, Kassa must summon unparalleled strength and cunning to defeat his rivals and claim his destiny. This gripping tale chronicles the birth of an icon, as Kassa assumes the mantle of King of Kings, forever etching his name in history as Emperor Tewodros II. Prepare to be enthralled by the second book in the Adowa series, a testament to the indomitable spirit of a man who shaped an empire.