"Fatal Success" is a novella. The story is set in the multiracial and multicultural context of the tropical island of Mauritius. The Ramghunys are a very modest but solidly knit family of Indian origin. Balkissoon, the husband, is a vegetable planter while Sunita, the wife, takes care of the housekeeping. The couple has an only child - Ramesh, their beloved son. The lad has always dreamed of joining the police force one day to help combat the rampant criminality. In the pursuit of his dream, and in spite of the limited resources of the family - he is supported by his parents who, quite naturally, wish for him a much better future. As a bright student, Ramesh successfully completes his secondary education and is enrolled in the police force. Climbing up the hierarchy, he, eventually, reaches the rank of Inspector. But his rapid success soon turns to tragedy and bitterness Will the young man ever be able to get out of the gulf his success has cast him in?"
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Dr Jean Norbert Augustin worked as a high school teacher for ... fifty-two years (1967-2019). He taught mainly French language and literature. But, occasionally, he also taught English language and literature.
He holds a Teacher's Certificate (Merit) and a Teacher's Diploma.
He also holds a Diploma in Principles of Modern Management as well as a Songwriter's Cerificate (USA).
Born again in 1982, he was called to the ministry in 1983. He serves the Body of Christ as Evangelist-Teacher.
He holds Doctorates in Missionary Ministries, in Divinity and in Theology.
He holds a Christian Broadcaster's Certificate (Grade A) and served as producer-coordinator for FEBA radio.
He has authored:
Bought and Bonded by Blood
The Day Justice Was Judged
From Teacher to Preacher
Fatal Success
Long Live Love
Voices from the Cloud
Revelation Revisited - Vols 1-7
Death Demystified
A Superior Covenant - A Study of the Epistle to the Hebrews.
He lives with his wife Maryse in Mauritius.