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BOOK REVIEWS

The Protector Atmosfire

By Tony Park By Jan Braai

A gripping new thriller by the Atmosfire is an all-encompassing
master of adventure Tony Park guide to everything Jan
about rescue, revenge and Braai currently knows about
redemption, and the things we do braaiing. It is a celebration of
to protect the ones we love. this wonderful South African
tradition; in which 15–20 million
Professor Denise ‘Doc’ Rado is South Africans participate
South Africa’s expert on pangolins, each year on 24 September on
busting poachers and freeing the National Braai Day.
endangered anteaters in elaborate
undercover stings. After a risky To celebrate the 20th anniversary of this cultural event; Jan
operation backfires, Doc’s life is shattered, but she still has to lead Braai has put together more than 200 recipes that can be
an eclectic group of donors on a wildlife tour of Southern Africa. cooked over and enjoyed alongside a wood fire. Divided
into 20 chapters; the book includes recipes for traditional
But there’s a target on her back. As the safari ventures deep into favourites such as classic potjies; steaks; burgers and ribs; to
Africa, Doc fears they’re being followed and she will do anything to less conventional dishes prepared on the braai; including pasta;
keep them all safe – especially Ian Laidlaw, a handsome Australian pizza; salads and desserts.
businessman turned accidental philanthropist. Is Doc being
hunted by the poachers she once fought, or is there some other Every dish is delectable, and the accompanying photography
bloodthirsty predator prowling the wilderness? will have your mouth watering; and your family and friends
clamouring for a get-together around the braai fire while you
Price: R275.00 put your braai skills to the test. Jan Braai’s clear instructions and
no-nonsense attitude to the art of braai will ensure that even
The Hidden Girl newbie braaiers will easily pull off these recipes.
By Lucinda Riley
There is something for everyone in this book. Readily available
Sweeping and evocative, The ingredients mean it’s a breeze to put the meals together; as
Hidden Girl is a lost treasure most items are probably on hand already; or can be sourced
from the global number one with minimal effort or a quick trip to the supermarket.
bestselling author Lucinda Riley.
Price: R605.00
You can’t alter destiny…

Born and raised in a small A Crown That Lasts
village on the Yorkshire moors, By Demi-Leigh Tebow
Leah Thompson grows more
beautiful each day. When she Former Miss Universe and Miss
catches the attention of the influential, troubled Delancey South Africa Demi-Leigh Tebow
family, she knows her life will never be the same again. confesses the danger of tying our
identities to our accomplishments.
Years later, Leah takes the modeling world by storm, traveling “Discover the truth of who you
from Milan to London and New York and living in luxury. But her were created to be and how to
past follows her like a dark shadow, mysteriously intertwined use your platform, no matter how
with the tragic tale of two young siblings in Poland during the big or small, for eternal impact.
Second World War. The purpose of our lives is to love
and serve God and others”.
As two generations of secrets threaten to explode, Leah is
haunted by a fatal, forgotten prophecy from her past, and must Demi shows how you can be encouraged to focus not just on
fight to challenge the destiny that has been mapped out for her your aspirations, but on your greater purpose and leave behind a
in the stars… footprint of significance, not just success.

Price: R380.00 Price: R330.00

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