Description
Zola – Johan Jack Smith delivers a pitch-black detective novel set in the heart of Johannesburg. This 2019 English edition, published by Penguin Random House, follows the trail of a cryptic serial killer. Captain David Majola and Warrant Officer Jason Basson must navigate a city on the edge of chaos to find him.
The story captures the unique grit of Johannesburg, from Melville to Sandton. Tensions rise as the body count grows and taxi bosses threaten a massive strike. This 302-page thriller explores complex characters fighting their own personal demons. It is an essential read for fans of authentic South African crime fiction.
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