The House at Karamu

Growing up in a poverty-stricken, working-class neighborhood in New Zealand, the author shares her journey of maintaining dignity and finding her voice as a writer. Childhood memories of reading by candlelight in an old kauri villa and the influence of her politically-minded father shape her perspective. Through vivid storytelling and keen observations, this memoir captures the struggles and beauty of her life, offering a poignant reflection on resilience and the power of literature.