Ok I confess, one of the reasons that I have not been blogging is that I have been reading .... reading this book in fact. I am always sceptical when author's keep plugging out the novels as I have noticed in the past that the authors tend to get lazy with their storytelling. Not Bryce Courtney.
Each book whether its about Australia, Africa or Russia tells a very powerful story that grabs you in from the moment you start reading.
I know that Evan doesnt get much sense out of me when I start reading one of his books!
Some of the reviews about this book are as follows:-
"Like all his novels, Whitethorn is a page turner, this book not only meets so many of his readers’ wishes, it also provides an important act of closure for its author." - Weekend Gold Coast Bulletin"
A boy hero to male Dickens proud - Bryce Courtenay returns to his mother country with a stunning tale of childhood and prejudice, the boy Tom Fitzsaxby could stand proudly alongside Tom Brown or Tom Sawyer any day." - Sydney Morning Herald"
Courtenay fans will love Whitethorn, which is a return for Courtenay to his South African past and is a joy to read. The empathy that Courtenay develops with his characters avoids the pitfalls of crass sentimentalism and demonstrates his understanding of human feelings." - Launceston Examiner
"This book touched my heart. I had a ball with it, and the novel will stay with me for a long time". - Townsville Bulletin
"The thousands who wait patiently at book events for Courtenay to sign their copies and share a few words with them are perhaps the strongest endorsement that Courtenay, the writer, touches hearts as no other." - Sunday Tasmanian
"Whitethorn is an incredibly enjoyable novel. The sheer length of the book helps the images of Africa seep into the subconscious over many days or weeks. It will make a powerful and lasting mark on readers." - West Australian
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