Books I will always remember as they made me see that there is a whole world out there to explore and learn from.
Beautifully written. A real insight into the life and culture of the people of Iran during the Revolution in the late 60s.
The House of the Mosque by Kader Abdolah
Fantastic read. The book revolves around the women of several generations of a Chinese family.
The Joy Luck Club by Amy Tan
This book tells of the experience of a family who travel with their father to DR Congo for his missionary work. The genius of this book is that it is written from the perspective of his daughters and wife with the youngest daughter being about 5.
The Poisonwood Bible by Barbara Kingsolver
Gripping story of a tropical island going through civil war, tells the story of a young girl who is transported to another world through Great Expectations.
mister pip: Jones, Lloyd
The story of a young boy who is shipwrecked on a small boat with a Bengal tiger, brings with it a spiritual and fantastical aspect. A story that will make each reader draw their own conclusion, a very personal one I believe.
Life of Pi: A Novel by Yann Martel
A story about resilience and friendship in the most unlikely times.
The Power of One by Bryce Courtenay
About travelling to find oneself and getting lost in the process
The Beach by Alex Garland - 9781573226523
A raw insight into life as a woman in 20th century China. This selection of stories are filled will powerful emotions.
The Good Women of China: Hidden Voices by Xinran - Goodreads
Set on a Greek Island during World War II, this beautiful story is eloquently written in such a way that it wraps you in each of the characters lives.
