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AMA by Manu Herbstein
4.0
Reading Ama by Manu Herbstien was such an experience; it's a call to remembrance, a celebration of resilience, and a challenge to confront the darkest parts of our shared history.
In this historical novel, we step into Ama's world, which is harrowing but necessary as she journeys through a period of immense human suffering. Despite the constant threat of violence, separation, and unimaginable hardship, her spirit flickers defiantly throughout the narrative. Manu paints very vivid and graphic descriptions of violence, suffering, and the brutalities that existed.
Ama’s resilience is what resonated most deeply throughout the book. She is a testament to the will to survive and the power of human connection, even in the direst circumstances. Her story serves as a stark reminder of the complexities of the slave trade. While European involvement undeniably fuelled the atrocity, Herbstein doesn't shy away from the role some African societies played in capturing and selling their own people. This unflinching portrayal can be uncomfortable, but it's necessary for a complete understanding of the times.
This is not an easy read; it can be emotionally overwhelming. It's a story that stays with you long after you turn the final page. It's a powerful and necessary read, even if it's a difficult one.
In this historical novel, we step into Ama's world, which is harrowing but necessary as she journeys through a period of immense human suffering. Despite the constant threat of violence, separation, and unimaginable hardship, her spirit flickers defiantly throughout the narrative. Manu paints very vivid and graphic descriptions of violence, suffering, and the brutalities that existed.
Ama’s resilience is what resonated most deeply throughout the book. She is a testament to the will to survive and the power of human connection, even in the direst circumstances. Her story serves as a stark reminder of the complexities of the slave trade. While European involvement undeniably fuelled the atrocity, Herbstein doesn't shy away from the role some African societies played in capturing and selling their own people. This unflinching portrayal can be uncomfortable, but it's necessary for a complete understanding of the times.
This is not an easy read; it can be emotionally overwhelming. It's a story that stays with you long after you turn the final page. It's a powerful and necessary read, even if it's a difficult one.