Book Talk: Born A Crime by Trevor Noah

Stories From A South African Childhood

Trevor Noah opens up in his book, a must-read you can't keep to yourself. The book is engaging and comedic and guides the reader through a range of emotions. I called my sister and enthusiastically asked her, "Have you read Trevor Noah’s book? It's absolutely amazing. We discussed the book, and it’s definitely on the list for book club. His memoir is insightful and captivating. This is the type of book that you can listen to, read, and discuss for a thought-provoking exploration of race, identity, and perseverance. Trevor vividly recalls growing up as a mixed-race child during apartheid in South Africa. Trevor is a great storyteller and you can visualize him running from his mother when he was misbehaving. Trevor makes sociological comparisons of South Africans in Apartheid that are very relatable to the experience of African Americans. Trevor introduces his mother and allows the reader to see the beauty in her and shows the power of intuition and resilience. Listening to Trevor Noah is like sitting down with a favorite college professor for a fireside chat. I listened to the audiobook and enjoyed every minute of listening time.