Hlomu the Wife, by Dudu Busani-Dube

Such a beautiful book. I love the plot of the story and the familiar places that the author used. The book engages with the reader’s emotions and makes one believe in the purity of love. I love how Hlomu unapologetically loves Mqhele despite his family history and the dodgy things that they are involved in. I also love how Mqhele also reciprocates that love to Hlomu. It has honestly made me look at taxi drivers in a different perspective. Would recommend, beautiful story.

Reading this book will take you along the most amazing journey of emotions - from anger, happiness, sadness to fear and expectancy. It is a great read for people who love love. The relationship between Hlomu and Mqhele isn’t all fairytale and rosy, but it explores the aspects of the genuine and real kind of love.

A love story written by an African woman, for Africans!! What a captivating read that can be read more times than once!

It is not everyday that one comes across a love story written by and for a black African woman.....in the 2000's. The opening chapter is set in Bree Street....hello......the main characters live in Naturena..... and somewhere in there there is drama in Clearwater mall. Very relateable. Besides the familiarity of the Hlomu character and setting the storytelling reminds me of chats with my friends...easy just. To top it all the story is one of love. Zulu Taxi Love!! Toxic, scary, funny, addictive love. Once you start the journey with Hlomu you will struggle to let it go. Once you meet the Zulu brothers with their bug-eyes and shady lives you will never look at a tall dark Zulu Taxi driver the same. Enjoy. It's a gem.

This is an amazing book. The love story between Hlomu and Mqhele is one of a kind. Their love for each other is engrossing and makes you want to read more and more. Such an intriguing book, the storyline is everything and out of this world. Dudu is an epic author. Absolutely love her work and the hlomu series. I recommend reading this book more than twice.