Children of the Stone City
Published: 2022
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"Children of the Stone City" by Beverley Naidoo is a compelling tale set against the backdrop of a city recovering from war. The story follows the journey of two children, a boy named Kwezi and a girl named Zimi, as they navigate their troubled world. Together, they uncover the secrets of their city, confronting the painful history of violence and the enduring impact it has on their families. Through their friendship and resilience, Kwezi and Zimi learn to find hope and strength, ultimately striving to build a brighter future in a landscape marked by loss and rebuilding. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book has been graded for interest at 8-12 years.
This book was published in 2022 by HarperCollins .
Beverley Naidoo is a South-African born writer and an educationalist. Apartheid prevented her and her Indian husband living in their country of birth, so they moved to Bournemouth, where Beverley is an Advisory Teacher for Cultural Diversity.