“Del Fabbro, who was born and raised in South Africa, offers a fascinating window into the stark beauty and random violence that characterize the “Rainbow Nation,” where racial hatred still threatens the fragile peace that has been won. Through dynamic characters and an unflinchingly honest perspective on human weakness, Del Fabbro concocts a winning story of the triumphant power of female friendship.”
—Publishers Weekly starred review
“This touching debut novel is well worth purchasing for most collections.”
—Library Journal
“Eloquently penned, this is a poignant story of a redemptive friendship that triumphs over generations of prejudice and social injustice. Recommended."
—CBA Marketplace
“The South African-born’s debut novel, The Road to Home, is the tearjerker tale of a dying mom in South Africa who wants to entrust the rearing of her children to a friend after she is gone. Del Fabbro majored in English literature, and it shows.”
—Christian Retailing (Vanessa was named one of 7 ‘fictional’ faces to watch in 2005)
“Vanessa Del Fabbro has written a compelling first novel rich with complex characters and an absorbing plot, all set against the fascinating backdrop of South Africa in the wake of apartheid. My own heart was touched by Monica’s awakening to her fears and prejudices. With an ending to stand up and cheer about, this book is a real treasure.”
—Deborah Raney, bestselling author of A Nest of Sparrows
“Intricate, vivid, and lyrical. A story that transposes the dark era of South African racial struggles with the healing brilliance of two women who risk everything to reach for each other. The Road to Home is an amazing first novel.”
—Deborah Bedford, USA Today bestselling author of Just Between Us
“The Road to Home is both powerful and heartbreaking.”
—Catherine Palmer, Christy Award-winning author of Wild Heather
“Vanessa Del Fabbro is a splendid writer! In The Road to Home…the narrative drive of her story pulls like an ocean’s tide. Every step of the way we believe the fright, the terror, the suffering and the rapturous sparkle of redemption.”
—Wayne Greenhaw, bestselling author of The Long Journey and The Spider’s Web
“Writing of the things she knows about, Ms. Del Fabbro takes us on an insider's visit to the heart of South Africa…The reader will be given a history lesson on South African politics as well as enjoy a touching well-written novel. The Road to Home is an inspiring first novel by an author to be watched in the future.
—Romancejunkies.com
“The Road to Home is a historical portrayal of a country lost in strife, but it’s also a story of an unlikely friendship between two women who forge a bond that will last a lifetime…The Road to Home is not light reading, and it is not a romance. It’s a story about life and its purpose in a world gone mad. It’s a story that everyone should read.”
—Romance Reviews Today
"Del Fabbro moves Monica forward, with a lighter tone than in her previous novel (2005's The Road to Home). The fabulous scenery is vividly described and places the reader in the story. A romance for Monica would have enhanced the story, but, overall, the plot and characters are enchanting." —RT Book Reviews on Sandpiper Drift
"This third book in a series by a most talented author is just as good as the second one, Sandpiper Drift. The characters’ heartfelt emotions will leap off the pages and into your heart.”
—RT Book Reviews on A Family in Full
"I enjoyed revisiting the characters in this engaging series. It is a decidedly setting based story, with the beautiful country of South Africa playing a vital part. The scenery is expertly described so that the reader will feel that they are there with the characters."
—Dancing Word on Sandpiper Drift
"Description is this author’s strongest point, she makes the South African setting come alive. Don’t miss A Family in Full."
—A Romance Review
"Del Fabbro places the reader in the middle of Africa, but the struggles she depicts are universal. The characters are so real they could easily be a reader's close friends or relatives. With a setting as beautiful and complicated as Africa, this book is a winner."
—RT Book Reviews on Fly Away Home
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