Sayang Sarawak

This book presents historical fiction based on the history of Sarawak at the end of the era of Brunei Sultanate's rule before it fell into the hands of the English colonizers through James Brooke. This historical fiction is set in the early 19th century, during a time of local political turmoil and the entry of English power in the Borneo archipelago. The situation in Sarawak was quite dire at that time due to widespread corruption and malpractices among the local nobility, coupled with rampant piracy in the waters of Sarawak, and the threat of rebellion by the nobility and local residents dissatisfied with the Sarawak ruler, Pengiran Indera Mahkota, ultimately opened the opportunity for James Brooke to gain power in Sarawak. The strength of this book lies in its historical theme and the significant questions surrounding the rise and fall of local political power. It is a major subject explored stylishly by the author. This historical fiction is sure to provide an epic and captivating impact on readers.