Good Fortune Calls

By: Janvier Chouteu-Chando

Narrated by: Virtual Voice

Good Fortune Calls (Disciples of Fortune Book 1) by Janvier Chouteu-Chando is a gripping historical saga of exile, identity, and destiny set against the rising shadows of Nazi Germany and the vibrant, unforgiving landscapes of Africa.


In the turbulent 1930s, Hans Wette Heinrich’s privileged world in Germany shatters overnight. Labeled a “Rheinland bastard” under the Nuremberg Laws, the young man of mixed heritage faces escalating persecution that strips him of citizenship, security, and safety. Forced to flee the only home he’s ever known, Hans embarks on a perilous journey to Africa—seeking sanctuary with a father he barely remembers, a legendary figure whose legacy looms large.


Upon arrival, Hans is embraced by a sprawling new African family and reunites with a childhood friend who offers unexpected warmth and stability. For a fleeting moment, the continent feels like the haven he desperately needs: a place to rebuild, to belong, and to escape the madness engulfing Europe. But as Hans begins to settle, he discovers that his role as the firstborn son of an African icon carries a heavy price. Ancient traditions, tribal expectations, family rivalries, and the raw realities of colonial-era Africa test his every impulse and loyalty.


Torn between two worlds—one that rejected him and one that demands his transformation—Hans must navigate dangerous political undercurrents, cultural clashes, and personal demons. Whispers of war echo from afar, while local power struggles threaten the fragile peace he’s found. Will he tame his European instincts and fully embrace his African heritage? Or will the call of good fortune lead him down a path of greater peril than he ever imagined? Blending rich historical details with pulse-pounding tension, Good Fortune Calls launches an epic trilogy where survival is only the beginning.

The author weaves a masterful tale of resilience, forbidden bonds, and the high cost of destiny—perfect for fans of sweeping multigenerational dramas like The Covenant of Water or Pachinko. Once you step into Hans’s divided world, you won’t be able to turn back.