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The murder of Michael Ramsey

In the year 1854, amidst the breathtaking landscapes of the Overberg region of South Africa, Herbert Vigne was a man at odds with his world. The black sheep of the Vigne family, he was overshadowed by his brother Henry, a prosperous farmer known for his traditional ways and strict adherence to societal norms. While Henry cultivated crops, Herbert nurtured dreams—dreams of a community where people of all colours, nationalities, and religions could thrive together.

In the 1860s, Herbert married Elizabeth Belshaw – 27 years his junior. They settled on their farm, De Bos, in the village. Within fifty years, a dedicated community of people had built houses, established businesses and smallholdings, opened a school and built two churches in the town. Here they lived together in peace, harmony and religious tolerance.

Who would want to change this?

The story begins with the murder of a prominent local, Michael Ramsay, whose body was discovered in the old library. His death might be  - or not -  a loss for the community.

 

Find it out yourself!

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