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Psychological thriller impresses at launch

The Curse of Athaliah is being adapted into a movie.

The highly anticipated launch of The Curse of Athaliah was recently held at the SmartXchange Business Centre.

The event was a resounding success, drawing an impressive crowd of attendees from the South Coast.

Authors Shereez Moodley and Shailen Ramsuran were surrounded by their supportive parents, family, friends, and small, medium, and micro enterprises (SMMEs) from SmartXchange. Members of the community also joined to celebrate this milestone, making the occasion truly memorable.

Distinguished guests included Dr Anitha Ramsuran from the Technology Innovation Agency and Siya Sotsu, curator from the Department of Arts and Culture, whose presence highlighted the cultural significance of the event.

The launch was an engaging event, with the authors connecting warmly with guests and signing numerous copies of their book, which is now available for purchase.

The excitement reached new heights when the authors announced that The Curse of Athaliah is being adapted into a movie. They introduced the cast and crew to the audience, providing a glimpse into the next chapter of their creative journey.

The success of the launch not only marked a significant achievement for the authors but also showcased the vibrant literary and cultural scene to the South Coast community.

The Curse of Athaliah is a fictional psychological thriller. Set in South Africa, the story follows the Pereira family as they grapple with an ancient curse haunting their ancestral home.

Fatima Moola, the SmartXchange centre manager and mentor at the launch.

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