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Sprout Of Disruption (2013)

by Taona Dumisani Chiveneko(Favorite Author)
3.8 of 5 Votes: 1
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Chiveneko Publishing Inc.
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The Hangman's Replacement
review 1: I have no idea where to start with this book, it is definitely a book where you just have to read along and let the story take you for the ride. I really had no idea where it was going to very near the end. Somehow, Taona D. Chiveneko has woven a beautiful tapestry of a story that manages to combine the death penalty and botany like they were always meant to be together. The writing is humorous and satirical with many great lines such as (my favorite): "Vengeance must never be rash. If you approach it like diarrhea, you will soil yourself before you strike your enemy." The Hangman's Replacement will lead you on a wild adventure of connect-the-dots. The first character we meet, Abel Muranda, our aspiring hangman, is a character I instantly liked. Determined to do good... more for his family (and have access to free health care!), he walks for three weeks from his small village to the big city of Harare in order to interview for the Hangman position. After his interview a very complicated web of politics and plant genetics emerges (too much to explain here). Also, if you do read this check out all the stuff at the very end of the book.The Hangman's Replacement was received for free in return for an honest review.
review 2: I wasn't sure if this was really going to be my 'thing', but I have to say I became completely engrossed in this novel. What a clever story Mr Chiveneko has crafted. The idea behind it is quite unique, and I like the way we are introduced to each character with such vivid descriptions that the author just breathes life into them. At times disturbing, at times amusing, it was a great insight into the human psyche. Who would have thought that such an interesting tale would evolve from the search for a new hangman. Can't wait to see what comes next. Brilliant, just brilliant! I received a free copy of this book from Librarything, and have given an honest review. less
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Coraleen
Won this book in a giveaway! Will post a full review in a few weeks :)
Regionmuseet
Spotted on BookLike Dashboard - wait for price to drop
jal305
a quite good book ! :)
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