Book review: Bad Blood by Tobin Elliott
Syllable in the City | Lifestyle blog based in Johannesburg
by Martha van Zyl
2w ago
“Bad Blood” by Tobin Elliott is an enthralling journey into the depths of a young girl’s tumultuous emotions, set against the backdrop of a family in turmoil. I received an audio review copy of this book, and it was a captivating two-an-a-half hours. The year is 1975, and nine-year-old Talia finds herself grappling with a whirlwind of emotions as she navigates the complexities of family dynamics. With her father absent and her mother preoccupied, Talia feels neglected and resentful, particularly towards her younger sister, Alex, whom she blames for disrupting the stability of their family lif ..read more
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Why I signed up to Tiger Advantage Plus
Syllable in the City | Lifestyle blog based in Johannesburg
by Martha van Zyl
2w ago
This article first appeared on Recharged. In 2019 I signed up for Tiger Advantage Plus, Tiger Wheel & Tyre’s (TWT) loyalty app. Starting from R99 per month, there are so many benefits; and a Gold membership will cost R189 per month. I guess you could say I’m a sucker for a loyalty plan. Image by whatwolf on freepik But also, anything that could help me in the long run. For example, despite my car insurance, I have an AA membership, which has been very helpful to change tyres (don’t judge me), tow my car (twice because of bigger problems), and get me started again when my car’s battery has ..read more
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How Formula 1 is embracing AI
Syllable in the City | Lifestyle blog based in Johannesburg
by Martha van Zyl
2w ago
This article first appeared on Recharged. Formula 1 is jumping on the AI bandwagon to up its game in making judgments on track. The FIA (Federation Internationale de l’Automobile), motor sport’s governing body, shared their plan to bring artificial intelligence (AI) into the mix to keep a closer eye on track limits in Formula 1. And they’re trying it out first at the Abu Dhabi race this weekend. A quick guide to track limits When a driver puts all four wheels over the white line as set out by the race director as the track limit, they exceed track limits, which may result in a penalty. So, wh ..read more
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Diarise: The Johannesburg Cap Classique, Champagne & Bubbles Festival
Syllable in the City | Lifestyle blog based in Johannesburg
by Martha van Zyl
3w ago
The Johannesburg Cap Classique, Champagne & Bubbles Festival is back, and it’s promising to be bigger, better, and bubblier than ever before! Mark your calendars for Friday, May 17, from 18:00 to 22:00 and Saturday, May 18, from 11:00 to 16:00. The Johannesburg Cap Classique, Champagne & Bubbles Festival brings the celebration to the Inanda Polo Club in Sandton, and you won’t want to miss it! Day one (May 17) Picture an exclusive evening filled with bubbles galore! Get ready to indulge in the finest Cap Classiques from South Africa, Champagnes from France, and Proseccos from Italy. Yo ..read more
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Fast-Track Fun: F1 TV app a streaming delight
Syllable in the City | Lifestyle blog based in Johannesburg
by Martha van Zyl
3w ago
This article first appeared on Recharged. With only a few weeks before season six of Drive To Survive (DTS) and less than a month until the first Formula 1 race of the season, I thought this was a good time to persuade fans of the sport to do the right thing. You see, in the fast-paced world of Formula 1, where split-second decisions and cutting-edge technology dominate, fans demand an immersive and comprehensive viewing experience. The F1 TV app steps into the spotlight, promising to deliver the thrills and spills of every Grand Prix to the palms of your hands. Let’s explore the features, fu ..read more
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A quick little James Patterson twofer
Syllable in the City | Lifestyle blog based in Johannesburg
by Martha van Zyl
1M ago
It’s been a while since I did a book review, and Louisa shared these two James Patterson quick reviews with me. 12 Months To Live By James Patterson and Mike Lupica The main character, Jane Smith, a criminal defence attorney, has a lot going on in her private which impacts her legal duties. Not only does she have to defend Rob Jacobson, a very wealthy man who has been charged with murder, but she also has to deal with some devasting news she received during the trial. Her side-kick is Jimmy, a likeable character who watches Jane’s back constantly as she and he have to dodge bullets because som ..read more
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How to renew your South African driver’s licence at Waterfall RTMC
Syllable in the City | Lifestyle blog based in Johannesburg
by Martha van Zyl
3M ago
This article first appeared on Recharged. Anyone who’s dealt with any government agency breaks out in cold sweats at the thought of doing anything relating to official documents. From changing your surname on your ID to applying for a new passport, we often spend sleepless nights trying to figure out if there’s a way around all of it. And while most banks have made identity document and passport processes relatively pain-free, one major pain point for South Africans is our driver’s licence cards. Between a broken-down printer – yes, the one and only printer – and the five-year expiration ..read more
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2023 Goodreads review
Syllable in the City | Lifestyle blog based in Johannesburg
by Martha van Zyl
3M ago
Image by starline on Freepik My Goodreads goal for this year was to read 150 books, very achievable thanks to audiobooks, which allow me to knit or do chores while reading. And don’t come at me with “that’s cheating”. You read with your mind, not eyes or ears, which makes the format redundant. I did OK… I’m listening to number 194 as I type this up. So, what were the highlights of my year? Most of these authors make a repeat appearance. These are the people who could write a shopping list, and I’d rush to read it. Or maybe wait a few years but still read it. Binging Michael Connelly ..read more
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Fall in love with NakedCherry Waxing in Craighall
Syllable in the City | Lifestyle blog based in Johannesburg
by Martha van Zyl
4M ago
Queen Bee Karen has come a long way from opening her first NakedCherry Waxing Smooth Operation in 2012. She invited me to the recently relocated Parktown North branch to peaceful Craighall, with plenty of safe, shaded parking. But we’re not here to talk about the trees. Let’s talk about the bush Despite my evident lack of grooming for months, I’m not put off by the pain of a Bare Naked Cherry wax. (Psst! There’s a discount at the bottom of this article.) This time was particularly less painful because of three things: my natural high pain threshold, the pain meds I took for my back and heada ..read more
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A bumper edition of book reviews
Syllable in the City | Lifestyle blog based in Johannesburg
by Martha van Zyl
1y ago
It’s been a while since our last round of book reviews. And as always, these titles were sent to me by the wonderful people over at Penguin Random House. Image by storyset on FreepikJames Patterson & Brian Sitts: THE PERFECT ASSASSIN Prof. Savage is forced into a training programme run by Meeds to be become an assassin. She is a hard and difficult taskmaster. Meeds keeps him captive during this training period. After this intensive top-secret training, Savage realises that his true calling in life is as an assassin. The book started off with a very slow pace and at times it was a bit diffi ..read more
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