Chanda's secrets

chanda’s mother is not herself, her younger sister is acting out, and her best friend needs help. a powerful story set amid the african hiv/aids pandemic.

in this sensitive, swiftly paced story, readers will find echoes of to kill a mockingbird as chanda, a 16-year-old, astonishingly perceptive girl living in the small city of bonang in africa, must confront the undercurrents of shame and stigma associated with hiv/aids.

through his artful style and dramatic storytelling, allan stratton captures the enduring strength of loyalty, the profound impact of loss, and a fearlessness that is powered by the heart. above all, it is a story about living with truth.

proceeds from the sale of this book will be used to support organizations working to better the lives of africans living with hiv/aids.