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Violence
A lot
Strong
Language
Some
Moderate
Sexual Content
Barely any
Mild
Substance Use
None
None
Emotional Intensity
A lot
Strong
What this book is about
Trevor Noah's memoir of growing up in apartheid and post-apartheid South Africa — born illegal by law, navigating poverty, violence, and an extraordinary bond with his mother.
Notes for sensitive readers
Reader-flagged moments and themes that may affect your experience.
Domestic violence — stepfather shoots mother
Apartheid violence and systemic racism
Child poverty and life-threatening situations
Strong profanity throughout
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