The official book launch of “Echoes of War” by Foley D. K. Freeman- A Heart-Wrenching Journey of Resilience and Hope, will occur on Saturday, September 13, 2025, at 2:30 p.m., in the University of Liberia Auditorium on Capitol Hill. The book promises to deliver the raw story of survival, sacrifice, and steadfast dreams, a powerful debut novel by Foley D. K. Freeman that sheds light on the brutal realities of civil war, exile, and the quest for a better future.
From the chaotic streets of Liberia during President Tolbert’s overthrow, through the painful years of displacement in refugee camps, to the unwavering determination to pursue education against all odds, this powerful narrative offers an intimate glimpse into the human spirit’s ability to endure.
At its core, the book asks important questions: What happens when the guns fall silent? Does silence really mean the war is over? Who are the winners, and who are still the victims? Spanning over forty years, Echoes of War aims to answer these questions through the eyes of Jowee Tate—from a thirteen-year-old girl whose world is torn apart by violence, to a thirty-five-year-old woman navigating the long shadow of conflict.
Meet Jowee Tate—the brave daughter of a General whose life is shaped by war and loss, yet her determination to overcome tragedy lights a beacon of hope. Follow her as she faces betrayal, heartbreak, the challenges of single motherhood, and the complexities of returning home to a nation working to heal.
Echoes of War is more than just a story; it is a call to action—a powerful testament to the strength, dignity, and resilience of those who refuse to let war define their destiny.
Why this book?
- Experience the vivid, raw emotions of a young woman caught in the chaos of history.
- Witness the impact of civil conflict on families and communities from a deeply personal perspective.
- Explore themes of courage, education, resilience, and the enduring power of hope.
- Gain insight into Liberian history and the complex aftermath of war and exile.
- Confront the haunting question of what comes after conflict, and who truly pays its price.
Meanwhile, the general public had been invited to celebrate this remarkable literary debut that reveals Liberia’s untold stories.
About the Author
Foley Freeman was born and raised in Yekepa, Nimba County, the same place where his debut novel, Echoes of War, begins. Marked by the Liberian civil war and the loss of his father to its violence, he shares stories rooted in memory, resilience, and the quiet legacies of conflict. His writing reminds readers that behind every war are the forgotten victims who, though never stepping on the battlefield, still carry their deepest scars. When he’s not writing, he mentors students at ELK Learning Academy in Dwazon, tends backyard gardens in Accra, or cooks his favorite Liberian home dishes wherever life takes him.
