Soweto, Under the Apricot Tree by Niq Mhlongo

Soweto, Under the Apricot Tree

Niq Mhlongo

207 pages • first pub 2018 (editions)

fiction contemporary short stories challenging hopeful reflective medium-paced

Description

Imbued with a sense of place, this short story collection captures the vibrancy of Soweto and surrounds. Told with satirical flair, life and death intertwine in these tales where funerals and the ancestors feature strongly. Take a seat under the a...

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Community Reviews Summary of 23 reviews

Moods

adventurous 55%
funny 55%
reflective 44%
dark 33%
emotional 22%
informative 22%
lighthearted 22%
mysterious 22%
sad 22%
challenging 11%
inspiring 11%
relaxing 11%

Pace

medium 77%
slow 11%
fast 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 50% | N/A: 33% | Character: 16%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 42% | N/A: 28% | Yes: 28%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 57% | N/A: 28% | Yes: 14%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 62% | N/A: 25% | No: 12%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 42% | Yes: 42% | N/A: 14%

Average rating

3.3

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