Die brief wat Theresa tussen haar eksman Theo se besittings ná sy dood ontdek, skeur haar lewe oop… In Grensgeval, Marita van der Vyver explores the personal and political scars left by South Africa's border war. Theresa, confronted with a letter written decades earlier by a Cuban soldier to his child, embarks on a journey to Cuba to deliver it — and to reckon with her own past, her marriage, and the silences of history.
Praised for its blend of intimate storytelling and historical reflection, the novel resonates with readers who lived through or are curious about the border war era. Penguin Random House SA calls it a powerful novel about love, loss, and the long shadows of war, while readers on Goodreads describe it as moving, beautifully written, and thought-provoking, with Van der Vyver's trademark empathy and sharp insight.
Perfect for Afrikaans readers who enjoy literary fiction with historical depth, fans of Van der Vyver's earlier works, and those interested in stories that bridge personal memory with political history.
Format: Trade Paperback Condition: Good - moderate wear, some page yellowing, all pages present Goodreads Rating: 4.05/5 (over 380 ratings)
