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"Want ons is proudly South African, luister Koos Kombuis op 'n ou draadloos in 'n sinkdak huis. Amazi van die dorp, 'n brood van Sasko Sam - leer ek die kinders bedel in die traffic jam"
- Die Melktert Kommisie
Born and bred and still residing in South Africa. Afrikaans is my mother tongue and here you will find reviews on Afrikaans novels, as well as reviews on other South African novels. A bit of trivia now and then as well. 

 8835356 Resensie: Plaasmoord deur Karin Brynard











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