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Debut Novel Explores Kenya's Fractured Politics and Family Ties

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Nyakundi Report

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This archive report was first published on 20 July 2020.

On the eve of a crucial election, a family's dark secrets threaten to tear them apart in Wanjiru Koinange's debut novel, The Havoc of Choice.

Published on July 20, 2020, the book delves into the complexities of Kenya's fractured politics and the devastating impact of corruption on families.

At the heart of the story is Kavata, a woman trapped in a life of suffocation by her father's corrupt shadow. When her husband decides to run in the election, the family's already fragile dynamics are pushed to the brink.

As the country teeters on the edge of chaos, Kavata must find a way to escape the darkness that has consumed her life. But can she and her family find their way back to each other in the midst of nationwide turmoil?

With a Master's degree in creative writing from the University of Cape Town and experience on the editorial team at Chimurenga, Wanjiru Koinange brings a wealth of talent to her debut novel.

Get your copy of The Havoc of Choice at Textbook Centre for KSh. 1,700.

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