Exile Child: Two centuries later, she returned to Africa...an icon.

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