In the wake of their son Bukhosi's disappearance, Abed and Agnes grapple with the possibility of state violence. Their long-term lodger, Zamani, quietly insinuates himself deeper into their lives, compelling them to recount their intertwined, often brutal, past. As Zamani meticulously absorbs their family history, his true intentions—to inherit and inhabit their future—begin to surface.

Why You Should Read?

• Explores themes of political violence, memory, and identity in Zimbabwe.
• Features a compelling psychological dynamic between a grieving couple and their enigmatic lodger.
• Delves into a family's complex history against a backdrop of societal upheaval.
• Offers a unique narrative perspective on legacy and appropriation.