Publisher's Synopsis
"136 Days" unfolds a mesmerizing tale of Captain Kazim Abbas, whose life takes an unexpected turn aboard MV Sea Johana. Setting sail from Dar es Salam to Gujrat, the voyage quickly becomes a nightmare when technical issues leave the ship stranded near Somalia's treacherous coast. Little did the crew know that they would soon fall into the clutches of merciless Somali pirates who ruthlessly hijack the vessel and take them hostage.
As the gripping memoir unravels, Captain Kazim finds himself enduring unimaginable horrors, especially due to his religious beliefs. With rival tribes vying to sabotage any attempts at ransom, the hostages are trapped in a harrowing struggle for survival. Amidst this chaos, Captain Kazim suffers a debilitating foot injury, triggering a race against time to save his limb from amputation. The bravery of his fellow captives becomes a beacon of hope, as they rally to save him from the brink of despair. Each passing day becomes a desperate battle for freedom, as the hostages cling to hope while facing relentless torment. But who can they trust? As the twists and turns intensify, alliances form and break, revealing the true faces behind their captors and the murky dealings that led them here. With every page, "136 Days" keeps readers on the edge of their seats, evoking a sense of suspense and horror that's hard to shake off. The tale of resilience and survival will leave you breathless, wondering how they managed to endure such trials and emerge on the other side.
