SOWETO TEA PARTY

An inspiring story, based on the author’s childhood in Soweto in the 1970s. In spite of the bleak surroundings in the township, Nokuthula’s parents were able to maintain a joyful, celebratory home life. Sam van Riet’s lyrically gentle illustrations reflect the disconnect between the outside world and the happiness within the four walls of the family house.

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"A vibrant story with many colourful, brave characters from the SA struggle. A child who thinks critically will wonder, however, why and how these characters could attend the tea party if the second page of the story says papa is under house arrest and no one is allowed to visit.... the child and father preparing for the tea party is well dealt with -but I kept waiting for the army to raid the house!" ~ Review by Marj Brown for the IBBY Honour List 2024

"On the back of the cover of the book the following is said: 'It’s the early 1980s and life in Soweto is not easy. Princess looks to Baba for help and soon they are sharing a fantasy tea party with some of the greatest freedom fighters in the South African history. A tender and inspiring story for children about life during the height of apartheid.'
The book was illustrated by Samantha Van Riet in a free and delicate style, which complements the content of the circumstances of a father under house arrest trying to entertain his little daughter in her imaginative play." ~ Review by Betsie van der Westhuizen for the IBBY Honour List 2024

This book is an ode to the value of hope, love and close-knit family relationships.

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