Paris, 1958. A skirmish in a restaurant leaves two men dead—and a South African waiter awaiting trial. As a journalist digs into the man's past, the story of Pitso Motaung unfolds: a young volunteer in World War I, aboard the doomed SS Mendi, where over 600 black South African soldiers perished. Inspired by true events, Khumalo's novel is a haunting tribute to forgotten heroism, injustice, and the enduring power of memory.
"A grand tale of injustice, heroism, and political intrigue… Khumalo deftly draws us in from the very first page," praises Writers Write. Critics call it "a powerful reimagining of a tragedy erased from official history" with "extraordinary storytelling that bridges past and present." Perfect for fans of The Promise, The Hairdresser of Harare, and The Architecture of Loss.
Format: Paperback
Condition: Very Good - Minor shelf wear, pages clean and intact, binding tight
