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Hollie Hughes's The Girl and the Mermaid is about the fragility of ageing and holding on to our memories.

Book reviews: children's books

Explore the magic of storytelling with our latest reviews of enchanting children's books that inspire imagination and family connections.

Karin Slaughter's We Are All Guilty Here launches the new North Falls series.

Book review: We Are All Guilty Here

In 'We Are All Guilty Here,' Karin Slaughter weaves a tale of suspense and emotional turmoil as Emmy Lou Clifton, the sheriff's daughter, navigates a small town's dark secrets…

Peter auf der Heyde takes a deep dive into the stories of death row political prisoners in Death in Pretoria

Book review: Death in Pretoria

Delve into the haunting stories of political prisoners in 'Death in Pretoria,' where Peter auf der Heyde reveals the dignity-stripping realities of apartheid while honouring the…

Popina Khumanda tells the harrowing story of her escape from rebel militia in the DRC in The Smallest Ones.

Book review: The Smallest Ones

Discover the harrowing journey of Popina Khumanda in 'The Smallest Ones,' a tale of survival against unimaginable odds. This review explores her transformation from a victim of…

I Hate Everything by Sophy Henn

Book reviews: Children's books

Explore delightful children's book reviews, featuring 'I Hate Everything' by Sophy Henn, a charming tale perfect for toddlers, and a retelling of 'Heidi' that reimagines a…

The Interpreters: South Africa's New Nonfiction

Book review: The Interpreters

Discover why The Interpreters is a must-have for every library, as Lauren O'Connor-May highlights the anthology's compelling narratives and exceptional writing.

Fading Footprints

Book review: Fading Footprints

Fading Footprints a heartfelt tribute to the Khoi culture and its enduring legacy.

Till This Night is a twisted Romeo and Juliet retelling.
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Book review: Till This Night and Better Once Than Never

Discover the spicy Shakespearean-inspired romance in Nuhaa Bardien's novels, 'Till This Night' and 'Better Once Than Never,' which blend love, rivalry, and unexpected twists in a…

Kamini Pather's All Dhal'd Up blends basic ingredients with goodness and glam.

Book review: All Dhal'd Up

Discover the delightful world of Kamini Pather's All Dhal'd Up, where simple ingredients meet glamour. This review explores not just the recipes but also invaluable tips for…

Book People by Paige Nick

Book review: Book People

In Book People by Paige Nick, laughter meets chaos as two authors navigate the tumultuous world of publishing, social media, and unexpected police inquiries.

The cover of Rebecca Yarros' book, Onyx Storm.

Review: Onyx Storm

Onyx Storm is the third book in the Empyrean Series, captivating romantasy fans with its thrilling twists and complex characters.

The first book in Ana Punset's Unicornia series.

Children's book reviews: from unicorns to classics

From bubblegum-flavoured unicorn tales to beloved classics reimagined, this collection of children's book reviews spans magical adventures, teen diaries, and a fresh take on Anne…

The movie-tie-in cover of Scott Westerfield's young adult dystopian novel, Uglies.

Book reviews: The Wild Robot and Uglies FTIs

Two beloved novels get the Hollywood treatment: Scott Westerfield's dystopian young adult novel Uglies arrives on Netflix, while Peter Brown's heartwarming tale The Wild Robot…

Muizenberg author Sam Wilson has penned a grim tale about a fictional community on Mars.

Book review: The First Murder on Mars

Dive into the gripping dual narratives of The First Murder on Mars, by Sam Wilson, where dystopian realities clash with privileged lives, leading to a shocking revelation.

Book review: Killing Moon

Killing Moon: A Harry Hole Thriller Jo Nesbø Penguin Random House Review: Karen Watkins This Nordic Noir thriller dives deep into the dark underbelly of Oslo as a serial killer…

Book review: Ellie Pillai is not done yet

Ellie Pillai is a British, Sri Lankan, Catholic, Tamil teenager who is juggling adolescent anxieties about her ex-boyfriend, possible new crush, the girl that had dated both of…

Book review: Fire

Fire John Boyne Penguin Review: Karen Watkins The third of the Irish author’s Elements quartet, Fire, hit our bookshelves and has already become a hot seller. The novella is a…

Review: Playing Flirty

I got very excited when I saw this book. A brown Capetonian author, writing about a leading, brown romance character. I wondered, are we finally getting a brown South African…

Book review: Before we forget kindness

Before we forget kindness Toshikazu Kawaguchi Picador Review: Chantel Erfort Having finished last year reading countless journal articles and academic texts for the purposes of…

Book Review: Into the Uncut Grass

Into the Uncut Grass Trevor Noah HarperCollins Publishers Review: Carmen Jacobs Playful. Entertaining. Witty with a charm reminiscent of old childhood classics I loved. These all…