Book Review by Clayton D "An Imperfect Blessing" by Nadia Davids

The book is written by a Capetonian living in London. Didn’t enjoy the book. Too much information written in a squatter style. Recommended to historical readers.

Book Review by Rouvaun "Thirteen Cents" by Sello K Duiker

Very short story but difficult to read. It is written from the perspective of a 12 year old boy. Heart-breaking and graphic scenes. The book gives a good insight of people living on the streets and how they survive.

Book Review by Michelle "The Mall" by S.L Grey

Science Fiction horror, written by Sarah Lutz and Louis Greenberg. Part of a trilogy. Two narrators tell their stories. Rhoda, a junkie who loses a child at the mall – and Dan who works at the bookshop. While looking for the child they stumble into a parallel universe under the mall. Highly recommended.

Book Review by Nabeweya "Thirteen Cents" by Sello K Duiker

Through the eyes of Azure, a thirteen year old, Cape Town (The Real City) is experienced quite graphically. Destruction is the order of the day!

Book Review by Deirdre "Cry the beloved country" by Alan Paton

 A deeply moving, poignant and lyrical story of forgiveness and hope that leaves a lasting impression. A worldwide success since its publication in 1948, the novel has been filmed twice and turned into a successful Broadway musical.

Book Review by Stacey "7 Steps to Heaven" by Fred Khumalo

Masterful story-telling by award-winning author, Sizwe Dube, is now a well-known journalist, in despair over witnessing the murder by the firing squad of his childhood friend, Thulani, in Zimbabwe. The book is divided into current scenes and memories of their shared childhood
 
 

 

Book Review by Tania "The Mall" by S.L. Grey

The Mall, set in contemporary Johannesburg, is a disturbing adventure set in a shopping centre with a rotten secret. Rhoda has lost a child – literally misplaced him while she went to see her dealer. Dan may be the last person who has seen the boy. After closing time these two characters are drawn into a dangerous game that will change their lives forever. Warnings for profanity and a general feeling of, “okay…what just happened?”

Book Review by Kaylene "Apocalypse Now Now" by Charlie Human

Apocalypse Now Now, is set in modern day Cape Town, as well as a magical underground version of Cape Town. The book is about 16 year old Baxter, who is the leader of a pornography distribution ring at his school.  The story starts with Baxter’s girlfriend, Esme, going missing. It goes on to explore the magical world, where time travel, being a Seer, and monsters are real. The  book is very dark and fast paced.