This is another wide-ranging, improbable tale
from Jonas Jonasson, author of The
100-year-old Man Who climbed out of The Window and Disappeared.
From desperate conditions in Soweto,
South Africa, to being
imprisoned in a nuclear facility, and eventually to Sweden, the story follows the
unlikely fortunes and misfortunes of heroine, Nombeko, and the people she meets
along the way.
In true Jonasson tradition historical facts are
mixed with fantasy in such a way that you are reaching for the history books to
check out the true story.
Monarchies and Republics, atomic bombs and
spies, the young, old and eccentric come together in a delightful mix that has
you laughing out loud.
Jonasson brings the story alive with fun
characters, fast-paced narrative, real historical leaders, and realistic
descriptions of real and imaginary places.
I thought the 100-year-old man was more
believable, but this is still a great yarn and I thoroughly enjoyed it.
Highly recommended.
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