An Act of Defiance

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By Irene Sabatini

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An Act of Defiance by Irene Sabatini is a powerful narrative set in Zimbabwe, revolving around the life of a young lawyer named Gabrielle. Her journey intertwines personal and political struggles as she battles corruption and authoritarian rule. Against a backdrop of a crumbling nation, she navigates complex relationships and risks her life in pursuit of justice and love.
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You might enjoy this book if you're drawn to stories of love and resistance set against a backdrop of political turmoil. It weaves a compelling narrative of personal and political struggles in Zimbabwe, providing a rich, immersive experience. The author's evocative storytelling brings to life themes of courage and survival, making it an engaging read for those who appreciate historically grounded fiction.

An Act of Defiance

'A searing, delightful gem of a book' Novuyo Rose Tshuma, author of House of Stone'An incredible achievement' Chika Unigwe, author of On Black Sisters' Street'Raw, moving and utterly compelling'Tendai Huchu, author of The Hairdresser of Harare

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Harare, 2000. Gabrielle is a newly-qualified lawyer fighting for justice for a young girl. Ben is an urbane and charismatic junior diplomat, attached to Harare with the American embassy. With high-level pressure on Gabrielle to drop her case, and Robert Mugabe's youth wing terrorising his political opponents as he tightens his grip on power, they begin a tentative love affair. But when both fall victim to a shocking attack, their lives splinter across continents and their stories diverge, forcing Gabrielle on a painful journey towards self-realisation.

'Raw, moving and utterly compelling.' - Tendai Huchu, author of The Hairdresser of Harare

'An incredible achievement.' - Chika Unigwe, author of On Sister's Street

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An Act of Defiance by Irene Sabatini is a gripping and emotionally engaging novel that delves into the traumatic yet compelling backdrop of Zimbabwe's political turmoil under Robert Mugabe. Reviewers commend her writing for humanising the narrative of Zimbabwe's descent into chaos and for exploring the profound effects of political corruption and abuses of power. Despite its disturbing elements, the book successfully maintains readers' attention through its powerful storytelling and deep emotional connection with the characters.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781911648048

Publisher: The Indigo Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 19 March 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: The Indigo Press

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 324g

Pages: 336

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Crime & Thriller Fiction General Fiction Irene Sabatini Literary Fiction Romance

About the Author

Irene Sabatini spent her childhood in Bulawayo in Zimbabwe. After attending the University of Zimbabwe in Harare, she moved to Colombia, where she worked as a teacher. She has a master’s degree in child development from the Institute of Education at University College London.

Irene is the author of two previous novels; her debut novel, The Boy Next Door, won the 2010 Orange Award for New Writers. She divides her time between New York, Geneva and Bulawayo.