The best holiday season books

Are you looking for a great read this holiday season?

Look no further, as we got your back.

Here is a list of books across different genres that you might enjoy during the festive season:

• Disgrace by J.M. Coetzee: This novel, set in post-apartheid South Africa, explores themes of power, race, and personal redemption.
• The Elephant Whisperer by Lawrence Anthony: A heartwarming true story about a conservationist’s experiences with a herd of wild elephants in Zululand.
• Cry, the Beloved Country by Alan Paton: This classic novel captures the complexities of South Africa’s history and social issues through the story of two families, black and white, during apartheid.
• The Shining Girls by Lauren Beukes: A gripping thriller that weaves together time travel, a serial killer, and a determined survivor, set in various parts of Chicago and South Africa.
• Journey to Jo’burg by Beverley Naidoo: A powerful and poignant children’s book that addresses apartheid through the story of two siblings in South Africa.
• Zoo City by Lauren Beukes: A blend of fantasy and noir set in a gritty Johannesburg where people with criminal pasts are magically bonded with animals.
• Burger’s Daughter by Nadine Gordimer: This novel tells the story of a woman coming to terms with her father’s legacy as a hero of the anti-apartheid movement.
• Born a Crime by Trevor Noah: An autobiography by the comedian and TV host Trevor Noah, sharing his experiences growing up in South Africa during the last years of apartheid and the tumultuous transition that followed.
• Karoo by Steve Tesich: A novel about an Eastern European immigrant living in the Karoo, offering a glimpse into the life, culture, and landscape of this region.
• Long Walk to Freedom by Nelson Mandela: Mandela’s autobiography provides insight into South Africa’s struggle against apartheid and his remarkable journey from prisoner to president.