The Lemoosh Book Club| Summer read
Born a Crime is a memoir by Trevor Noah, the host of The Daily Show, that details his life growing up in South Africa during the post-apartheid era. The book follows Noah's journey from his childhood to early adulthood and the lessons he learned from his mother, Patricia, about courage, discipline, and love. One of the most compelling parts of the book is when Patricia throws Noah out of a moving car, an event that leaves a lasting impact on Noah's life.
Throughout the book, Noah grapples with his identity as a biracial person with a white father and a black mother in a society where interracial relationships were illegal. Despite the challenges he faced, Noah's story is ultimately one of hope and resilience. Many readers have found the book to be a captivating and heartwarming read, and it has been highly recommended by friends as an engaging audiobook to listen to on long road trips. Overall, Born a Crime is a thought-provoking and moving book that is definitely worth adding to your reading list.
Happy reading/listening ~
