This follow on novel from The Power of One has strong emotional pull as by now you're already very attached to the main character Peekay.
Tandia follows Peekay as he moves into adulthood and follows his dreams to become the Welterweight Boxing Champion of the World, and to become a lawyer in his homeland of South Africa.
Simultaneously we follow the life of Tandia, a mixed race coloured girl in a deeply racist nation. As they both fight for a more fair and just South Africa, we witness the struggles of a nation and its people, torn apart by bitter hatred and injustice. Peekay's character is one I will always remember and I'm sure I will re-read both of these beautiful books.
I was mesmerised by Bryce Courtenay's descriptions of Africa and its people, and the insights into human nature and loyalty. I wasn't ready for it to end, I wanted to keep reading about Peekay until he was an old man!
I thoroughly enjoyed this and would highly recommend it!
Review by Leah
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