This is an exceptional book which is full of emotion.
It’s written so beautifully and the characters are well rounded.
This is the sort of book that should be read by everyone

Due to a sudden, unexpected passing in the family a few years ago and another more recently and my subsequent (mental) health issues stemming from that, I was unable to download this book in time to review it before it was archived as I did not visit this site for several years after the bereavements. This meant I didn't read or venture onto netgalley for years as not only did it remind me of that person as they shared my passion for reading, but I also struggled to maintain interest in anything due to overwhelming depression. I was therefore unable to download this title in time and so I couldn't give a review as it wasn't successfully acquired before it was archived. The second issue that has happened with some of my other books is that I had them downloaded to one particular device and said device is now defunct, so I have no access to those books anymore, sadly.

This means I can't leave an accurate reflection of my feelings towards the book as I am unable to read it now and so I am leaving a message of explanation instead. I am now back to reading and reviewing full time as once considerable time had passed I have found that books have been helping me significantly in terms of my mindset and mental health - this was after having no interest in anything for quite a number of years after the passings. Anything requested and approved will be read and a review written and posted to Amazon (where I am a Hall of Famer & Top Reviewer), Goodreads (where I have several thousand friends and the same amount who follow my reviews) and Waterstones (or Barnes & Noble if the publisher is American based). Thank you for the opportunity and apologies for the inconvenience.

I recommended this book be purchased for our library - while I might not have enjoyed it as much as I hoped I would, I could definitely see that it would appeal to many other readers. I'm usually not a fan of books jumping between different time periods, so that's probably one of the reasons why I didn't enjoy it as much; however the time change was handled very well. And one of the things I loved about this book was the relationship between Tumi, Mkoma and their grandmother.

If you're interested in the themes of bullying, identity, family and understanding oneself, give this book a try!

This book is very emotinal and challanging it does have some light hearted moments. I read this book as its a book that I wouldnt normally read and out of my comfort zone. I enjoyed reading this book. The book deals with challanges with Race and being diffrent but also has a message of hope. there are some pretty tough chapters. This book should be made avilibale in all Schools and Libarys espcally with what is currently happening in the world right now. I like the fact that the Author wrote this book from her own family experinces and others that lived through the time that she writes about in the book. Set in Zambiwe in Modern times follows are main charcture who is A talnted Swimmer and also has Albinism and lives with his brother and neice. They go and stay with there grandmother and Tumi has to face his past as well as listening to his Grandmothers harrowing Past liveing through the Independant war. I love the fact that all the chractures have journeys I like the mix of diary fonts and going between Tumi story and his chractures. It is a tough read and one that needs to be told I learnt a lot about culture and how people in Africa who have Albinisim are treated. This book deserves all the praise and Hype I really do hope Goodreads does include it in there Awards this year I will deffo be voting this book should win all the Awards I will deffiantly be buying a copy and checking out the Authors other Works. my advice if you want to read this book take it slowly and have tissues nearby you will need them. Thankyou so much to Netgalley and The Publishers and the Author for letting me read this Book and to give my honest opinion 5 out of 5 stars from me I must add that this book also deals with PTSD in a very sensitive way.

I could not get into this story. I couldn't even put my finger on why I was struggling to get into it, I guess it just wasn't my cup of tea. I read a chunk of it and I just wasn't interested. I'm sure some people will love this book though and I'm a bit sad that I wasn't able to enjoy it.

This is a book that deals with personal and social issues. It is set in two different timelines, Zimbabwe in the present and in the past of 1975 with two narrators that of Tumi and his grandmother.

The central character is a teenage boy, Tumi who is the first albino in his school. He also deals with issues that other teenagers do such as trying to fit in and doing well in school. However he is made to feel like an outsider due to his light skin and hair colour.

His older brother, Mkoma plays the father figure in Tumi's life. When he goes travelling for work, then he has to stay with his grandmother who write letters to him and shares her past.

In Spring of 1975 Ambuya Thandie, Tumi's grandmother shares her life stories of Zimbabwe's war for independence.

Tumi starts to understand more by listening to these stories of hardship and bravery.

I liked how the author had two first person narratives because it makes you have a greater insight of all the characters. The writing styles varies as there is the main text, written letters and diary account. It also has non-English words so it's authentic. It would've been even better if these had a translation in the footnote so it didn't feel like I missed part of the reading or understanding of the storyline.

I received an e-book from Netgalley.

A powerful YA story, one I’m very glad I read. It’s emotional but also uplifting. The characters are so well written and developed, it is beautifully written and you feel everything as you go on Tumi’s journey. A highly recommended read, another book I feel that should be in schools and libraries as very influential, informative and the type of book that needs to be read for change. This book hopefully will be up for some good read awards as it deserves it. Truly powerful and inspirational read.

Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for a free copy for an honest opinion

Such a great read! I love a good YA book. It’s a heartwarming but sad story to read and so important to tell. Tumi is a brilliant character. I very much enjoyed it

A sincere thank you to the publisher, author and Netgalley for providing me an ebook copy of this book in exchange for a fair and honest review.

This is not my usual genre, I’m more of a crime/thriller reader however this story intrigued me. I absolutely loved it, truly one of the best books I have read. I am extremely pleased and grateful to both for opening up my mind to something totally different.