The Purple Violet Of Oshaantu

Neshani Andreas is from Namibia.
This is her first novel.

Mee Ali has good reason to be thankful; she has a happy marriage. For some in her village, marriage turns out to be a loveless entrapment. Young Kauna defies convention by making no secret of her suffering at the hands of her abusive husband. When he is found dead at home, the villagers are quick to suspect her of poisoning or witchcraft.

Related from the point of view of her best friend, Kauna’s story reveals the value of friendship between all kinds of women. Moreover, it exposes the difference between relationships based on traditional beliefs and those drawing strength from liking, respect and love.