14.2 uKhahlamba—Barrier of Spears

Some places don't just change your story—they become your story.

Want to know what really inspired Eleanor's most daring moments? In this exclusive interview, Sonya Reid and I pull back the curtain on untold stories from the Drakensberg mountains.

When Sonya Reid and I sat down to talk about the Drakensberg, we found ourselves sharing stories that went far beyond what appears in the book.

Our conversation naturally evolved into an exploration of how these mountains have profoundly shaped both Eleanor's journey and my own.

Through the stunning photographs she shared, and the captivating tales she told, Sonya transported me back to a place that has profoundly shaped me…and of course Eleanor.

We discuss stories that didn’t make it into the book—from Eleanor's experiences with burning firebreaks to unexpected encounters with snakes.

But more importantly, we delve into the emerging themes that will become increasingly significant as the narrative unfolds.

I warmly encourage you to join us for this intimate exploration of place, character, and the stories that bind them together.