Not Child's Play: Captured. Held Hostage. A True Story

When architect David Muller, his marine biologist wife Sandy, and their two young children embarked on a sailing trip to the Bazaruto Archipelago, they never imagined becoming hostages of the notorious Renamo rebels. Their idyllic voyage aboard their yacht Arwen transforms into a desperate fight for survival as they're forced to navigate the treacherous landscape of civil war-torn Mozambique. Through the eyes of this ordinary family thrust into extraordinary circumstances, we witness the brutal realities of a conflict where children become soldiers and innocence is shattered by violence. David and Sandy's firsthand account provides unprecedented insight into the complex dynamics of captivity, where their captors display both shocking brutality and unexpected humanity. Their story reveals the incredible resilience of the human spirit, as they struggle to protect their children's innocence while facing unimaginable moral dilemmas and the constant threat of death.

This raw and powerful account goes beyond a simple survival story, offering profound insights into human nature, family bonds, and the true cost of war. Through the Mullers' journey, readers will gain a deeper understanding of both humanity's capacity for cruelty and its remarkable resilience in the face of adversity.

Get your copy today and witness an extraordinary tale of survival that will forever change your perspective on freedom and family bonds.

Here are some reviews from the first edition of this book:

The books gives a unique glimpse into the reality of war and the hardships endured by all participants. The family, which includes two very young children, survives thanks to their resilience and resourcefulness, and also thanks to the kindness of ordinary people caught in the net of warfare. A remarkable book. Read it, it will help you understand the human condition a little more fully!

Reviewed in Canada - September, 2020

This book held me spellbound and I could not put it down. Descriptive and honest making it believable and challenging

Reviewed in Australia - January, 2020

Not Child’s Play is an absolute page turner and a remarkable and detailed account of a families terrible and often bizarre ordeal.

Go Travel Magazine – April 2020