In the Beyond: A Novel

After the tragic death of his mother, Tichakunda goes to live with his maternal grandparents. His stay with his grandparents however was short-lived, a few years on, both his grandparents pass away. Tichakunda leaves his home with his lover Shorai and goes to Harare. When their relationship goes sour Shorai leaves him with nothing and an HIV positive condition. Tichakunda sees no other option but to turn to the sale of illegal drugs for his survival... is a story of a young man's reflection of past circumstances and the choices he made and how they shaped and changed his life. Talent Madhuku was born on 17 July 1992 in Chimanimani. He grew up in Mvuma where he did his secondary education. He holds an honours degree in Banking and Investment Management from the National University of Science and Technology, Zimbabwe.