Beautifully written book about a young boy coming of age during the World War, and Apartheid in South Afica in 30's and 40's.

The best book I have read this year. I learned a great deal about the history of South Africa and its people. I couldn't put it down.

My favorite book ever!!!

I couldn't put this book down. It is a "must read".

A beautiful co ing of age story! One of my favorite books of all time! This author takes us through the life of a young boy, in South Africa before and during WW2. It covers the topic of racism, war, a d overcoming great odds, reaching I side to harness the power within! I love this book!

One of my all-time favorite books !!

Great book for discussion.

There have only been a few books in my life in which I was completely drawn in. I literally did not want to put this book down. Courtenay's storytelling is phenomenal and once reading his stories, you will find yourself mentally making note of needing to read all the rest of his books.

An inspiring tale of Peekay, a five year old orphan of sorts, at the beginning of the book, living in South Africa. His inspiring story of living as a Brit among Afrikans and native peoples. I learned a lot about the Boer War and WWI in South Africa as well as the political situation in country. Definitely inspiring and depressing on many levels.