Jackie Phamotse was found guilty of defaming media moguls Romeo Khumalo and Basetsana Khumalo. Her 11th book is due to be published in August.
Author Jackie Phamotse, who was sentenced to two years of house arrest, has announced that her new book, “The Tea Merchant,” will be released in August.
It is described as a romantic thriller set on a rooibos plantation in the rugged Cederberg Mountains. Tea Merchant This is Pamoutse's 11th book.
Other books published by the author include five books in the Bare series and four books in the Liwa series.
Phamotse is working with publisher Penguin Books South Africa on Tea Merchant The cover reveal has been in the works for the past few days, and was revealed on Wednesday morning.
“Venturing into the rugged Cederberg Mountains, Cameron Cole struggles to save his family's rooibos farm from the brink of bankruptcy. Amidst sorrow, mystery and danger, he finds an unexpected connection to the enigmatic nurse Luna Parks,” the book's description reads.
“This gripping romantic thriller is full of secrets and intrigue that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Who tried to kill Cameron's wife? What secret is Luna hiding? Find out the answers. Tea Merchant “In August of this year.”
Phamotse said readers should expect intrigue, passion and a lot of mystery.
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Romeo and the Basetsana Khumalo Affair
After a six-year legal battle over media moguls Romeo Khumalo and Basetsana Khumalo defaming him by tweeting that Romeo had had sexual relations with another man, Phamotse was sentenced by the Randburg Magistrate's Court to two years' correctional supervision (house arrest) and community service.
“It's time to do what I was called to do.”
The controversial writer said this has given him time to do what is required of him.
“God has given me incredible strength and peace. It is a peace that truly passes understanding. I am protected. I am at home. I have not lost anything but I have been given more time to do what I have been called to do. It will not end until God brings the air back inside me,” Pamoutse said shortly after the verdict.
Pamoutse has built a fanbase of readers interested in stories that feature female characters at their core.
She describes her loyal readers and supporters as “the great Bear Nation that is our foundation.”
“I am humbled, grateful and honoured that you all have spent your hard-earned money on my work. Your support means the world to me and I am extremely grateful for your trust and belief in my work,” Phamotse wrote in a note a week ago.
“I thank you for your support and promise to keep writing, creating and pushing boundaries to bring you more stories that inspire, uplift and challenge you,” she said.
“We are starting a new chapter and releasing our 11th book in a week. I am filled with emotion and joy, especially as I understand these difficult times. You have never abandoned me. I can't wait to meet you on the tour,” Pamoutse said.
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