by Paul McNally
(Macmillan) ISBN: 9781770104563
The street is Ontdekkers Road in
Sophiatown and Paul McNally is a journalist writing a book. He is the founding
member of The Citizen Justice Network. He produces feature articles and
narrative radio documentaries for Wits Journalism on criminal justice, health
and science.
This story begins at a charge office in Sophiatown. Raymond is having an
outburst at the police. Lieutenant Colonel Geoffrey Khaba becomes interested in
Raymond as he has his own axe to grind from a previous case. Lerato, who is a
cop, is married to Obi, a Nigerian drug dealer and they work hand-in-hand much
to the chagrin of many. How will these people interact and what will the
outcome be?
McNally points out the difficulties of all the parties involved. There is
temptation for the law-abiding citizens, criminals and police. The story
captures the feelings and dilemmas that each face. Who is the bad guy?
Two years ago McNally thought he was writing about a man who failed to conquer
corruption. Now he sees reality in the power of adaptation and the capacity to
survive.
I found this non-fiction story insightful and interesting.
Dawn Blankfield
www.writerswrite.co.za
www.writerswrite.co.za
3.5/5
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