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The Other Side of Truth
by Beverley Naidoo
Wonderfully written, compelling and thought-provoking novel.
A sad yet inspiring and hopeful story about Sade and her young brother Femi feeling from the dangers of Lagos to being smuggled into the cold streets of 90's London. Alone and fearful, having to defend for themselves whilst mourning the death of their mother, these kids had to do what they could to survive. Waiting for their father to join and hopefully survive after the threats against him for his writing as an outspoken journalist, it's them against the world in trying to keep themselves and their father out of dangers eye.
Complex and interesting characters, some inspiring words of wisdom and a story that's important and heartbreaking. The strength of this twelve year old girl and her family is tremendous. Although fictional, this is most likely based on the bravery of children and families still suffering and sticking together for a better life through perilous times.
An eye-opening story about refugees, cultures and family that is full of such hope, you can't not enjoy this book. Naidoo has such a fantastic way of writing and it really gripped me.
A sad yet inspiring and hopeful story about Sade and her young brother Femi feeling from the dangers of Lagos to being smuggled into the cold streets of 90's London. Alone and fearful, having to defend for themselves whilst mourning the death of their mother, these kids had to do what they could to survive. Waiting for their father to join and hopefully survive after the threats against him for his writing as an outspoken journalist, it's them against the world in trying to keep themselves and their father out of dangers eye.
Complex and interesting characters, some inspiring words of wisdom and a story that's important and heartbreaking. The strength of this twelve year old girl and her family is tremendous. Although fictional, this is most likely based on the bravery of children and families still suffering and sticking together for a better life through perilous times.
An eye-opening story about refugees, cultures and family that is full of such hope, you can't not enjoy this book. Naidoo has such a fantastic way of writing and it really gripped me.