Those In Peril is a captivating story by Wilbur Smith that revolves around the protagonist Hazel Bannock, whose company is under threat, and whose daughter has been kidnapped by the Somalian Pirates.


Those In Peril is a book that begins with the author introducing his readers to Hazel Bannock, who is the protagonist of the story. Hazel owns an oil company by the name of Bannock Oil Corp and now this company is finding itself constantly threatened. Along with this, Hazel’s daughter Cayla, also finds her life threatened by the Somalian Pirates and is kidnapped by them as well.

The readers are then introduced to Major Hector Cross, who is an ex-SAS operative, who also owns Cross Bow Security. Cross seems perfectly suited for the dangerous and complicated task that lies ahead of him. Hazel Bannock contacts Cross in order to seek his help in the protection of her company and her family. Cayla is held captive by the Somalian Pirates who demand twenty billion dollars as ransom for her life.

The author then goes on to describe the numerous spine-chilling horrors that Cayla must endure while being held captive by the pirates. Even as Major Hector Cross makes every attempt to rescue her, he must make sure to do so before it is too late. The political undertone in this novel is also very evident, and has earned a great deal of acclaim for the author.

This novel was highly appreciated by its readers, as well as publication companies such as Publishers Weekly and the Express. Those In Peril is also set to be adapted into a movie as the film rights have been granted.