about the author

As you will see after reading this book the synopsis of Alice’s life, hers was an up bringing which was arguably the envy of any number of people. A life worth living and her world full of adventure, excitement and enjoyment, at times overwhelmingly sad lessons. She has contributed to this planet, indeed making it a better place for Zimbabwean Wildlife & her people. Her cup truly overflowed in many respects and she has very few regrets. Alice clearly has a will of her own. Her love will always be the African Bush, specifically the Zimbabwean Lowveld and Chishakwe, The Save Valley Conservancy. Alice (referred to as Joanna in this book), is currently based in Bangkok, Thailand. She is writing her next novel, “The Flamboyant”, a story about her families arrival in Africa at The Cape of Good Hope before the 1850’s, her uncle (who is a published author in his own right) will be assisting her with the history of their families great trek. Alice Vye Henningway's "Nyika, I Love You" Powerfully depicts Zimbabwe's liberation struggle, which she refers to as the bush war, and its heartbreaks. What appeals to me most about the book is that Alice's story is raw. She does not hold back and try to draw a veil over the confronting scenarios of this particular period in the country's history.

about the book

This story is about a relationship between a child and eventually a woman and her Shona maid, in the lowvelds of a war-torn Zimbabwe. Seen through the prismatic eyes of Joanna, this is the source for a multifaceted and captivating story of people, culture and personalities. The story means a lot more than black and white. A raw and romantic perspective that can only be provided by someone who grew up in the midst of it all and who is able to brilliantly paint the picture in the language of her African heart. As brutal and beautiful as the reality of the wildlife and her roots – The Save Valley Conservancy, 3442kms squared in size and world-famous stature, her playground. Crazy parties, sad events, hate, love, motherhood and murder, lions and liars, the cowards and the courageous. Tears and laughter as loud and as beautiful as the backdrop of the African bush itself.

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Book Reading and Bake Sale News

I attended a Book Reading and Bake Sales event on 1st April 2023 at 1069 Premier Palace 3 from 9 am to 1 pm. The event was organised by the HSF Charity. I read the book, “Nyika, I Love You” to the aud ........

Meet and Greet and Book Reading Session

I am proud to announce that I got a chance to attend a meet and greet session where I got an opportunity to read my historical fiction novel, Nyika, I Love You. The audience was very keen to listen ........

Feature in the Madame Magazine

I was recently featured in the Madame magazine where I had the opportunity to talk about my childhood in Zimbabwe and the important role that my second mother, Nykia, played in my life. I also discu ........

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