
The Will of Heaven
The Will of Heaven: An Inspiring True Story About Elephants, Alcoholism, and Hope
The Will of Heaven is the powerful true story of how one woman overcame a debilitating addiction–rising from the courtrooms of her past to the grass plains of Kenya as a conservation research scientist. It was there that she could finally fulfill her lifelong dream of working with wild elephants. Debbie Ethell vividly captures her serendipitous journey as she discovers her inner strength–not unlike that of the elephants whose stories she tells. Part biography, part revelation, this story will inspire others to reach further than they ever thought they could. Above all, it conveys a strong message of hope, both for the elephants fighting to survive poaching and for alcoholics fighting to survive addiction.

Meet the Author
Debbie Ethell is an elephant conservation research scientist and former founder of The KOTA Foundation for Elephants, which was dedicated to raising awareness about elephants. She has worked with organizations such as Friends of Animals, One Voice (Association de Protection Animale) in France, and the Nonhuman Rights Project on important elephant-related court cases. Debbie's writing and research have appeared in various outlets around the world, including African Geographic, Mother Nature Network, and several scientific journals. She enjoys public speaking and has traveled widely to share her passion for elephant protection and conservation. She is currently writing a several-part book series highlighting the struggles both she and the elephants face.
“A Fantastic Read”
“The stories of the elephants were masterfully intertwined with the personal life journey of the author. A great read!”
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Mike Leiser
“Absolutely BRILLIANT!”
Debbie Ethell’s brilliant mind and courageous heart give me great hope that wonderful people exist…
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Michael Stuchiner
“Beautiful Manifesto”
Two incredible stories of triumph over enormously painful obstacles woven into a beautiful manifesto of hope and love.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Kyrsten Schenck

