Eric Madeen's bestselling literary fiction, 'Water Drumming In The Soul: A Novel of Racy Love in the Heart of Africa,' will be available at no charge in e-book format from August 31 through September 2, 2026, at Amazon. The promotion is set to make the transformative journey inspired by Madeen's adventures in Africa accessible to a wider audience.
Set in steamy equatorial Africa, the novel follows Peace Corps volunteer David Fields on a mission to build a medical dispensary in a village where spells are cast and a witch doctor's fear reigns. David struggles with cultural and geographical disorientation while battling tropical maladies and social taboos. His life changes when he meets Assam, a woman whose water drumming captivates him. The story explores their intense relationship, marked by excitement and tension that persists until the haunting end.
Madeen's personal experiences as a Peace Corps volunteer in Gabon lend authenticity to the narrative. After graduating from the University of Arizona, he helped build a primary school in a rainforest village, where he got lost for three days and fell in love. These experiences were transformed into fiction, giving the novel a vivid, lived-in reality.
Critics and readers have praised the book. One Amazon reviewer noted, 'Water Drumming in the Soul not only tells a passionate love story, but it also delves into thought-provoking themes like culture, identity, and the power of human connection.' Zaheer Baber, Professor of Sociology at University of Toronto, commented, 'Madeen's storytelling prowess shines through and resonates with authenticity.' Elizabeth Montano, author of The Eternal Dawn Trilogy, compared it to Hemingway's work.
Madeen is an award-winning author of six books and a recently retired professor of modern literature at Tokyo City University. His writing has appeared in Time, Asia Week, and other publications. The free promotion offers readers a chance to experience this acclaimed novel without cost, potentially expanding its readership and impact.
The e-book will be available at no charge via Amazon at Eric Madeen's Amazon author page. This limited-time offer allows readers to download the book and immerse themselves in Madeen's powerful storytelling, which has been recognized for its cultural depth and emotional resonance.
