“Of all contemporary writers of this province, none has left a deeper impression on the KZN literary landscape than Marguerite Poland. Her books are widely enjoyed and Shades is now read by thousands of high school students every year. She has helped teach children to enjoy good literature and writer how to improve their craft.”

With these words, Peter Adams of Adams and Co Ltd announced the launch of Marguerite Poland’s new book in May.

“This is one in which her personal passion – the study of the markings on Nguni cattle – is integrated into a beautifully written love story. Recessional from Grace promises to be as engrossing and as popular as any of Marguerite’s previous books.