‘This book is another voice added to the chorus that you do not stay down when you fall. The author, Mukwevho, finds a way to make this voice heard above the din of those who came before him.’ – Don Makatile ‘… a brilliant, multifaceted read …’ – Lidudumalingani Mqombothi ‘With a wonderful command of language, the author weaves descriptions and narrative in an expert fashion. I recommend The Violent Gestures of Life for readers of all types who are looking for a fantastically written story, one typically not found on the US households, but should be.’ – Jennifer Karchmer, New York ‘The Violent Gestures of Life is a classic story of making lemonade from the lemons life hands you. It establishes Tshifhiwa Given Mukwevho as a great storyteller. A tale of triumph through adversity.’ – Molebatsi Masedi, Timbuktu Book Club ‘In its honesty and captivating storytelling, The Violent Gestures of Life makes an important contribution to contemporary South African Literature! I have enjoyed this story immensely.’ – Njabulo S Ndebele The anger that brewed within Tshifhiwa Given Mukwevho and prompted him to write The Violent Gestures of Life can explain the unbalanced equations of life: How big your heart and humanity must be to carry the unstable upbringing, and deal with social injustice to the system that isn't. Helplessly watching the opposite of what life should have been.” – Maurdy Dunster ‘Gift is an intriguing character, highly intelligent, troubled by family issues and resentful of his situation.’ – Penny de Vries
