Dice of Despair - A Story of Addiction, Loss and Triumph

di Sibongile Nkabinde (Autore)

Sibongile Nkabinde, 2025

Dice of Despair is a raw and courageous memoir chronicling the life of Sibongile Adelaide Nkabinde, a woman whose journey from a vibrant childhood in Soweto spirals into the depths of gambling addiction. Fueled by the thrill of dice games and slot machines, Sibongile loses nearly everything—her dignity, financial security, and precious time with her children. Her story reveals how a seemingly harmless pastime gradually mutated into a consuming addiction, with devastating emotional and psychological consequences. Set against the backdrop of apartheid-era South Africa and the transitional years that followed, the book explores complex themes of trauma, resilience, and the impact of socio-economic realities on youth and community life. Sibongile openly shares childhood tragedies, including surviving a lightning strike that claimed her friends' lives, navigating poverty, witnessing township violence, and eventually succumbing to the false glamour of casinos and quick wins. But this is not just a story of despair—it's a testament to the strength of the human spirit. With the love of her family, the support of her children, and an unwavering determination to heal, Sibongile rises above the grip of addiction. Her narrative is one of redemption, empowerment, and the hard-won triumph of reclaiming her life and purpose. Dice of Despair is an honest, emotionally charged, and deeply human story that offers hope to anyone who has faced the darkness of addiction and seeks a way out.

• Autore: Sibongile Nkabinde
• Anno edizione: 2025
• Editore: Sibongile Nkabinde
• Formato: EPUB2 con DRMFREE
• Lingua: Inglese
• Compatibilità: Tutti i dispositivi (eccetto Kindle)
• Layout: Reflowable
• EAN: 9798231120215