"Rael Levitt’s story as told in It Takes a Tsunami, is incredibly entertaining and engaging.

This maverick tells a tale through an autobiography which begins by recounting how he survived the tsunami in Phuket, Thailand and how this became a reminder to him that he could overcome any challenge, be it an attack on his business or personal life, or a mix of the two." Property Flash

"Not every business book comes from the heart, but 'It takes a tsunami' is different. It gives an excellent insight into the life and lifestyle of a truly charismatic South African businessman." Bizcommunity

“Self-taught businessman and auctioneer Rael Levitt recently launched a book titled "It Takes a Tsunami". In this book, Levitt shares a personal story of facing adversity and coming out better on the other side, carrying the message "people develop most during rough times". This book was launched at Exclusive Books in the Waterfront on Tuesday and has already gone on to become the store’s best-seller. More than 10 000 copies are expected to be sold over the holiday season.” – Zolani Sinxo, Weekend Argus

“Rael Levitt’s story as told in It Takes a Tsunami, is incredibly entertaining and engaging. This maverick tells a tale through an autobiography which begins by recounting how he survived the tsunami in Phuket, Thailand and how this became a reminder to him that he could overcome any challenge, be it an attack on his business or personal life, or a mix of the two. He explains that: “No matter how rough the sea is, refuse to drown,” became a life code, or perhaps even a mantra, after he was lucky enough not to be swept away in Thailand.” Property Flash

“Rael writes with characteristic humour and searing honesty about his journey from a single-minded teen into one of real estate’s most charismatic market disruptors.” Property Wheel

“It’s a masterpiece. I lapped up every page. Hugely inspiring” – Jon Kantey

“A refreshingly honest reminder of what the path to business success really looks like. It’s a messy, perilous, and chaotic journey riddled with mistakes, endless struggles, and sacrifice. Here Levitt opens up in a way few CEOs are willing to do. I don’t think Levitt sets out to teach the reader anything. Instead, he accomplishes something better. He tells his story as honestly as he can. It’s an amazing tale.”— Alistair Anderson.

"Loaded with hard-earned wisdom...Want a simple recommendation? Get a copy." — George Van Zyl

"An excellent insight into the life and lifestyle of a truly charismatic South African businessman. Rael writes with characteristic humour and searing honesty about his journey from a single-minded teen to the CEO and sole shareholder of the most formidable auction business on the African continent before a series of fateful mistakes brought it all down. The story is told against the backdrop of Jewish immigration to the continent and South Africa’s fight for freedom and is dusted with corporate intrigue, media scandal and the ventilation of sometimes decade-old vendettas. And, in the end, it’s an old-fashioned, gritty comeback story, after all, the best revenge is success." – Darryl Bernstein