The True Colors of South Africa's History

Set in South Africa/Mozambique in 1952, this book revisits the apartheid era in all its glory. Yikes. What a brutal world. This book is a combo gritty detective novel, social commentary, political treatise and love story. While there were some cringeworthy references, particularly to women, one has to remember the time and the tone of the 1950s in general, and South Africa in particular. When you release your 2021 expectations you realize this is how it was. Nunn did a great job putting her own gender and race aside and writing as if she were there, and a man. And a white man, at that. I was captivated all the way to the masterful twist at the end.

A Fascinating Dig

Ever wonder what's under London's streets? No? Even if you haven't, this book will make you wish you were an urban archeologist. Going back to Roman times, you'll see layers of history, some civilized, some not so much. Really fun.

Pretty, but Prickly

Susan is set in her ways and her world is predictable. When her mom dies, that event sets into motion a series of events which threaten to turn her world upside down. Cleverly written, funny but poignant, you'll fall in love with Susan and her quirks. Like many of us, once you get through the spiny surface, there's so much to love underneath.