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Summary

Exile Child is an unforgettable historical audiobook inspired by the life of Sarah Baartman, the South African woman whose voice was silenced by history. From a rural homeland to 19th-century Europe, her story reveals resilience, survival, and the fight for dignity. 
Narrated with emotional power by Malika Ndlovu, this moving novel blends historical truth with vivid storytelling — perfect for listeners who love powerful women’s fiction, biographical novels, and untold stories of courage. 
"Exile Child is a historically correct flesh-and-blood portrayal of one of our most tragic heroines." - The Sowetan Newspaper 
"Expect to feel anger and indignation as you realise the inhumanity Sarah had to ensure, but Franco's account, although hard-hitting, is thoughtful and sympathetic." - The Cosmopolitan Magazine 
"Exile Child gives a harrowing and absorbing account of Sarah's incredible life." - The Herald Newspaper 
“Exile Child tells the sad and tragic true story of Sarah Bartmann, a young Khoisan woman living in the 1800’s, who involuntarily became the most terrible victim of colonialism and racism, simply because of her physical attributes.” - African Reporter Newspaper 
"Exile Child collates all that is imaginable and creates a story that is highly emotive." - City Press Magazine 
“Exile Child gives readers a window into the depths of prejudice and racism, and a very real depiction of this heroine who lived more than a lifetime ago. A truly inspiring read.” - Proud Magazine 
"The story of Sarah Bartmann, through Exile Child is in safe hands." - The Thabo Mbeki Foundation

Duration: about 7 hours (06:41:32)
Publishing date: 2025-07-29; Unabridged; Copyright Year: — Copyright Statment: —

• Biography & Memoirs
• Essay