Cold Coffee in Asmara

“A beautifully written novel with a flow of words and themes to fill the mind. It's a story of love and redemption in a hostile environment. It is one which reading groups will enjoy and those of an enquiring mind will find much satisfaction in its chapters. It leaves me feeling educated and privileged to have been with such stoic and resourceful people on their journey.” Miller Caldwell, Novelist and humanitarian, Dumfries, Scotland

Andy Goss, as an experienced humanitarian worker and writer, gives the reader a striking and intimate in-depth account of the post-war scenario in a troubled corner of north-east Africa. His great ability to tell the story in such depth allows the reader to become a full participant in the action there. The graphic detail of the unfolding events in Eritrea gives a truly tangible feel to how overseas humanitarian aid workers approach their mission of service in response to human suffering and catastrophic events. This fascinating story highlights the call to personal action and how tangible change can be achieved in the most isolated, insecure and often fearful communities in which humanitarian workers operate, sometimes at great personal risk – and gives a voice to the vulnerable and the disempowered, who so often go totally unrecognised and unheard. Nic Street, Humanitarian and international aid worker, Leicester, UK

“Cold Coffee in Asmara is a compelling narrative; a gripping, well-researched account of an oppressive regime, reflecting the angst of the people and weariness of spirit in search of a better life. An informative novel reflecting the author’s lived experience and visual style of storytelling.” Nageen Hyat, Rights and social activist, film maker and founder Director of the Nomad Gallery, Islamabad, Pakistan