Book Review by Mandla: "Adolf Hitler A Study in hate" by Jeremy Roberts

This is one of the strongest leaders in German history. Hitler did a lot to bring Germany to life. German culture and the economy was in a deathbed. The shackles of the Treaty of Versailles was milking Germany dry.

Book Review by Angela: "Ntomb Azithe: This Story"

The book is about the girl who grew up without a mother but ended up being a wife and mother of six children. The setting starts in the Eastern Cape  and moves to Cape Town as she looks for greener pastures. She becomes successful and helps other women to succeed in life.

Book Review by Nomalungelo: "The Dark Child by Camara Laye"

This is an account of a childhood in Eastern Guinea in 1930. The child grows up watching his father smelt gold and making jewellery. As he grows up he experiences that there is a snake guiding his father's success. This is respected in the home. He tells of his African traditions and circumcision rituals. This book is ideal for persons interested in African culture.  

Book Review by Nonkqubela: "J.K Rowling" by Cath Senker

It's about the author, Joanne, of the Harry Potter series of books. Her passion of writing began at home. Her parents liked to read to her. She developed the love of writing. She inspired a lot of children. Some of her books were not liked by religious people as they thought she was promoting the love of witchcraft, but in terms of reading, kids love it.

Book Review by Mariam: "Modern Role-Models: Tyra Banks" by Karen Schweitzer

Born in 1973 Inglewood, California, Tyra Banks Started modeling at the age of 17. Her career kicked-off immediately. She has also acted, hosted television shows, directed and produced a film. Tyra strives to empower women and teenagers. I highly recommend this book to young adults (male and female) as they will find Tyra to be a great role-model.

Book Review by Aziza: King: a comics biography by Ho Che Anderson

The life of Martin Luther King Jnr comes alive in this graphic illustrated biography. It will give the reader an insight into the events, people and places that shaped King's life and created the leader we have come to know. The caricature, illustration and use of colour techniques will delight the reader. 

Book Review by Clayton D - The Last Days of Hitler by Hugh Trevor-Roper

Recommended to readers who enjoy history. It is well researched. A page-turner. Very graphic when explaining events and individuals. A detailed book of the last days.

Book Review by Rouvaun - Arnold Schwarzenegger: Total Recall - My unbelievably True Life Story

This book is written with a warm heart. From his childhood, to bodybuilding, his life as a family man, Hollywood movies and into politics. His story inspired me a lot - how he worked hard to achieve his success. Young bodybuilders could be inspired and motivated by his stories. Highly recommended as it's a fun read and full of insight. 

Book Review by Joshua - Attila the Hun: Barbarian Terror and the Fall of the Roman Empire by Kelly Christopher

This book is factual based and full of information of the Roman Empire, more than Attila the Hun. I don't think this should be a biography because it doesn't talk a lot of Attila's life

Book Review by Kaylene - One Direction

Split into six sections, each member wrote a section and one section where they discuss as a group. Talks about song writing, stadium tours, comic relief, on stage personas. Written well enough that it makes you hear it in their voice. General story of One Direction, journey in their words.

Book Review by Kim: Gerard Sekoto - My life and work by Barbara Lindop

Lindop introduces us to the vibrant water-coloured life of Gerard Sekoto. By using a collection of his works, Lindop illustrates his journey from his birth in the Lutheran Mission Station to a young boy with a unique talent that would become recognized as one of the earliest South African modernist and social realist artist. Lindop explores Sekoto's life and times in the 1940's from Sophiatown to being exiled in Paris and how his identity as an African sustained him during the most difficult times.

Book Review by Tania: Never Fall Down by Patricia McCormick

The story of Arn Chorn-Pond, founder of children of war. He was a child when the Cambodian genocide started. An inspiring story told with compassion in an authentic voice.

Book Review by Stacey: Children of Paradise by Mbulelo Vizikhungo Mazamane

Beautiful, deceptively simple memoir of the author's life as a small in the 50's living in Brakpan, an old location. Experiencing the Apartheid struggle through the eyes of a child. Very funny as well.

Book Review by Renee: Kardahsian Konfidential

A Story about the lives of the Kardashian sisters, Kourtney, Kim and khloe and their family. They also have a reality TV show - Keeping up with Kardahsians. Very entertaining, beautiful colourful photos throughout the book.

Book Review by Jongihlanga: Learning African History: Thabo Mbeki by Chris Van Wyk

History about former president Thabo Mbeki - where he was born, how he and his friends fought against apartheid. This is a good project book for children.

Book Review by Happiness: Adolf Hitler: a study in hate by Jeremy Robert

It's about Adolf Hitler growing up, losing his parents, being a soldier, a Nazi Party leader, Semitism, the holocaust and being assassinated. Recommended for kids. Good illustrations - not sensitive. 

Book Review by Deirdre: Blue Remembered Hills by Rosemary Sutcliff

Acclaimed children's author, Rosemary Sutcliff's autobiography describing her early years up until the publication of her first book.  A wonderfully inspiring account of a remarkable woman who overcame a crippling disease and a lack of education to become a renowned author.

Book Review by Nabeweya: Biographies of Biracial Achievers by Kerrily Sapet

She did not have an easy life growing up. Her being biracial, had a huge impact on her passion and success. Brilliant voice. She remains humble and grateful for her gift.

Book Review by Mtoleni: The Reading Promise: 3218 nights of reading with my father by Alice Ozma

This is a book about 3218 nights that Alice and her father spent reading, and the quilt of their lives, woven together by the books shared.

Book Review by Lindikhaya: Ronaldo: the obsession for perfection by Luca Caioli

The book basically gives an inside view of the man we've come to love and hate. The book clearly demonstrates Ronaldo's love for football and his family.

Book Review by Hadjira: No Woman no cry, my life with Bob Marley by Rita Marley with Hettie Jones

A Memoir by the woman who knew Bob Marley best - his wife Rita.