She is scarred, in more ways than one, but her memory is a treasure trove - and her stories of Zimbabwe's war for independence are a long, long way from the history Tumirai has heard before. From the author of HOPE IS OUR ONLY WING.
Rutendo Tavengerwei Books
Rutendo Nomsa Tavengerwei crafts narratives that are deeply rooted in her conviction that words are not merely for storytelling but serve as a potent tool for protesting injustice. Her writing aims to provoke thought, inspire, and encourage, with an approach to language nurtured from a young age. Her literary voice is driven by a desire for change, seeking to harness the power of narrative for positive impact.
A teen novel set in Zimbabwe about hope - and its power to heal a family, a friendship or even a nation. For fifteen-year-old Shamiso, struggling with grief and bewilderment following her father's death, hope is nothing but a leap into darkness.