Shine a Light: An inspirational true story of hope, resilience and rediscovering our shared humanity.

by Corrine Wilson, Ingrid de Storie

Shine A Light tells the story of two women, Corrine and Ingrid, who at the onset seem worlds apart, separated by the deep chasm of South Africa’s dark history. But as they traverse one of the most dangerous communities in Cape Town in search of vulnerable animals, they discover they are more similar than they are different.

While the narrative winds its way along the troubled streets, it becomes clear how animals provide a unique platform for dialogue and, in turn, healing. Through Ingrid’s eyes, and in conversations with people who would never have otherwise spoken – gangsters, drug dealers and addicts – Corrine slowly begins to feel her perceptions waver when she learns that behind every broken animal is a broken human, and just because someone can speak, it does not guarantee them a voice.

292 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 28, 2021

Reviews

[Shantalie · Rating 5 out of 5]

A heartbreaking but insightful read into the realities of animal welfare in South Africa. It isn't pleasant reading but really provides some useful context to the scope and complexity of the problem and the wider contributing factors. It also made me very glad that my dog was lucky enough to escape this place.

[Shelly Schutte · Rating 5 out of 5]

I cried multiple times reading this book. It’s an honest, raw celebration of incredible people bringing light to the world, even while living through difficult circumstance themselves. Would highly recommend.

[Jenni · Rating 5 out of 5]

Heartbreaking and poignant, this township, Ocean View, is quite close to where I live. This story is very real!!

[Bronwyn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such an enlightening and eye opening book. I enjoyed following the stories of two women who were brought together over their love of animals.