Bongani Luvalo flips the script with his fiery second novel, Ntliziyo Ungumkhohlisi – Falling in Love with an It Girl. Image: Facebook/Bongani Luvalo
(The Post News)– Bongani Luvalo is back with a powerful new story. The Married at First Sight SA star and celebrated author has just launched his second novel, Ntliziyo Ungumkhohlisi—Falling in Love with an It Girl. The title translates to The Heart is a Deceiver, and it dives deep into love, passion, and heartbreak.
Bongani Luvalo first impressed readers with his debut book, A Father, A Stranger?, a raw look at family and identity. That success established him as a bold and honest storyteller.
In Ntliziyo Ungumkhohlisi, Bongani Luvalo explores the story of Mkhuseli, a successful man facing emptiness during the global pandemic. Searching for meaning, he falls for an enigmatic “it girl.” The relationship is intense and unpredictable, filled with passion, betrayal, and self-discovery. Readers will feel the highs and lows of love’s complexity.
On Instagram, Bongani Luvalo shared his pride: “Today I stand in my proudest moment, writing and publishing this book. I have lived up to my own expectations.” He admitted the process was tough—full of rewrites, doubt, and unexpected inspiration—but the result is pure magic.
Why You Should Read Bongani Luvalo’s Book
Honest storytelling about love and loss.
Strong emotional depth.
A relatable hero facing modern struggles.
Passion, betrayal, and redemption.
A fresh voice in African literature.
He proves again why he is one of South Africa’s most compelling writers. This book is more than a story—it’s an experience you can’t miss.
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