Cape Fever

Set in the 1920s, Cape Fever is a gothic psychological thriller by Nadia Davids that follows Soraya Matas as she begins her role as a maid in a decaying manor, where spirits and secrets intertwine. As she navigates her relationship with the eccentric owner, Mrs. Hattingh, Soraya uncovers unsettling mysteries connected to the house and her own life. Blending gothic themes, folk-tales, and psychological suspense, the novel explores themes of love, grief, class, and history through the compelling voice of Soraya.