A Chain of Voices – André Brink

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A Chain of Voices by André Brink is a historical novel set in 1825 South Africa, exploring themes of slavery, oppression, and rebellion. The story follows Galant, a slave who was raised alongside the Van der Merwe family’s sons but later comes to understand the harsh reality of his position in society. As tensions rise—fueled by broken promises, injustice, and a love triangle involving Hester, the daughter of a tenant farmer—resentment turns into open revolt. The novel provides a powerful and tragic portrayal of the brutal realities of slavery and the inevitable consequences of oppression.