Not All Bid Farewell (ePub)
(Sprache: Englisch)
In 1978, the white government in Rhodesia is holding on to power while losing its grip on the war-torn countryside. The war has been ferociously fought in the rural areas for a number of years, and now those living in the cities are gripped with fear as the...
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In 1978, the white government in Rhodesia is holding on to power while losing its grip on the war-torn countryside. The war has been ferociously fought in the rural areas for a number of years, and now those living in the cities are gripped with fear as the momentum gathers and threatens their own backyards.
At this same time, Ruva Gandaliving in Harare, the capital of what would soon become an independent Zimbabweis losing her own personal battle with a fifth miscarriage. Ruva; her husband, Mukai; and their twin daughters dont have much, but they are content with their lot. The familys life changes drastically, however, when Mukai is murdered. Ruva takes a job working for a liberal white family and then moves on to manage the farm of Brian Sanderson, a white lawyer. While Ruvas daughters are away at school, a lasting romanceone that crosses racial and social boundariesdevelops between Ruva and Brian.
Meanwhile, the lives of her talented daughters move on radically different paths, as Hilda pursues her doctorate while Matie lies about her education. She takes a job on a cruise ship, marries a rich playboy, and moves to London, ignoring her family back home.
Ruvas personal growth continues as she becomes an activist for womens issues, one that carries dangerous consequences. When tragedy strikes again, her family bonds are tested and bring her full circle. Once again, she is reunited in love with those who bid no farewell.
At this same time, Ruva Gandaliving in Harare, the capital of what would soon become an independent Zimbabweis losing her own personal battle with a fifth miscarriage. Ruva; her husband, Mukai; and their twin daughters dont have much, but they are content with their lot. The familys life changes drastically, however, when Mukai is murdered. Ruva takes a job working for a liberal white family and then moves on to manage the farm of Brian Sanderson, a white lawyer. While Ruvas daughters are away at school, a lasting romanceone that crosses racial and social boundariesdevelops between Ruva and Brian.
Meanwhile, the lives of her talented daughters move on radically different paths, as Hilda pursues her doctorate while Matie lies about her education. She takes a job on a cruise ship, marries a rich playboy, and moves to London, ignoring her family back home.
Ruvas personal growth continues as she becomes an activist for womens issues, one that carries dangerous consequences. When tragedy strikes again, her family bonds are tested and bring her full circle. Once again, she is reunited in love with those who bid no farewell.
Autoren-Porträt von Tracy M’Cwabeni
Tracy M’Cwabeni was born in Harare, Zimbabwe, and currently lives in Ontario, Canada. She earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Regina and a diploma in human resources from Sir Sandford Fleming College. She has worked in the automotive industry and is married with three daughters. This is her first novel.
Bibliographische Angaben
- Autor: Tracy M’Cwabeni
- 2013, 306 Seiten, Englisch
- Verlag: iUniverse
- ISBN-10: 1475997310
- ISBN-13: 9781475997316
- Erscheinungsdatum: 01.08.2013
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