Read the back of this book and it is clouded in mystery... it begs the reader to keep the plot a secret! Who knows why? Doesn't everyone know you don't give away the punchline to books and movies?! Nonetheless it is a thought-provoking book and well worth a read.
The story brings together a 16 year old Nigerian girl named Little Bee running from a life of constant misfortune, and an English magazine editor who has embarked on an unsatisfying affair. The two first meet on an African beach where Sarah O'Rourke has ventured with her husband, Andrew, in an effort to save their marriage. The events that take place on the beach are life-changing for all of them, and when Little Bee manages to escape to England she feels connected enough by the events to contact the O'Rourkes. It is Andrew O'Rourke who is most distraught to hear from her.
The unfolding of events makes this book so interesting. It also highlights the vast differences between the two lives of Little Bee, who has suffered a life-and-death struggle most of her life, and Sarah O'Rourke, whose life in Kingston-on-Thames can only appear superficial in comparison. The humour Cleave uses lightens the horrifying events and makes the book a great read.
The Home Filez rating.... 4 stars!
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