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
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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 31 reviews

Moods

funny 63%
adventurous 45%
reflective 45%
dark 27%
informative 27%
lighthearted 27%
emotional 18%
mysterious 18%
sad 18%
challenging 9%
inspiring 9%
relaxing 9%

Pace

medium 72%
slow 18%
fast 9%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 37% | A mix: 37% | N/A: 25%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 44% | N/A: 33% | Yes: 22%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 55% | N/A: 22% | No: 11% | Yes: 11%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 70% | N/A: 20% | No: 10%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 55% | It's complicated: 33% | N/A: 11%

Average rating

3.34

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