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Here is a poignant appeal for justice by my co-writer Brad Steyn on the anniversary of the murder of his brother in law, a strawberry farmer, in South Africa. Shame ... so sad 😞

An insightful review from the South African release of our novel UNDERCOVER WITH MANDELA'S SPIES. My co-writer Brad Steyn and I have been using these lockdown months to write the forthcoming US Edition.

Check out this forthcoming appearance by my co-author and friend, Brad Steyn. He has harrowing tales to share.

Grateful 'THE ZEBRA AFFAIRE' is resonating during these difficult times. Must share with you this recent message: "My hubby and I have been in C-19 lockdown up for months. Our home outside Lansing, Michigan is feeling now kind of claustraphobic. We are big readers so we decided to read books about far off places to open up our horizons. On Goodreads we were recommended your Zebra Affaire and decided to read it. Or rather, listen to it. Audiobooks are a new experience but my hubby and I have enjoyed sharing your story by listening together. Otherwise reading can be so solitary. We were both gripped by Elsa and Stanwell's inspiring, yet difficult journey. Especially in context of the racial tensions we are experiencing now in the US. This made Zebra Affaire very topical and personally relevant to us. But it was the fab voice of Dennis Kleinmen that freed us from our small Michigan neighborhood and took us to Africa. His accents of the various characters and his discriptions of animals on safari was just what we needed to open ourselves up to our great big world. We will wholeheartedly recommend your book to friends and family, including the audiobook version." Needless to say, receiving this message made my day. Here are some links for convenience: AUDIOBOOK: https://www.audible.com/pd/B076C1CVNS/?source_code=AUDFPWS0223189MWT-BK-ACX0-098328&ref=acx_bty_BK_ACX0_098328_rh_us PAPERBACK: https://www.amazon.com/Zebra-Affaire-Apartheid-Saga/dp/1512321028 KINDLE: https://www.amazon.com/ZEBRA-AFFAIRE-Mark-Fine-ebook/dp/B011PXSEWG Be Safe. Stay Strong. Enjoy Books.

A selection of thought-provoking books to read during Mandela Month #MandelaMonth “Be a lifelong student, read as many books as possible” ~ Nelson Mandela UNDERCOVER WITH MANDELA SPIES [South African Edition] https://jacana.co.za/mandelamonth-reads/ In celebration of Mandela Month, my publisher Jacana Media has gathered together a selection of titles that add depth to our understanding of Madiba’s legacy. From a compilation of poignant memories from those who worked with and for him to insider accounts from ANC spies, as well as historical accounts and the memoirs of family members, these books provide varied and fresh insights into the life of South Africa’s former president. Our hearts go out to the family of Zindzi Mandela who passed away this morning. May her soul rest in peace. R.I.P.

My co-writer of 'Undercover with Mandela's Spies', Brad Steyn's press briefing in front of the LAPD headquarters regarding his injury during the recent unrest in the streets of Los Angeles.