I have issues with this book. The plot, characters etc are all fine. It's an engaging story. However, I take issue with the voice of the narrator. As the story unfolds, the protagonist is described in some detail. You get a feel for him, and what kind of person he might be. In contrast, the voice of the narrator comes across with all the intonations of a well-educated, English middle class author, more akin to somebody like, say, Tony Parsons, than the protagonist.Also, a man is accused based on his apparent intentions (and a look) alone. Then something else happens and the man goes further, apparently with his earlier accusers' blessing. No real explanation for the change of heart, nor an apology for the earlier accusation. Has something fundamental changed or had I misunderstood the situation? It comes across a little clumsily in the plot.That said, I enjoyed the book. It's well worth a read. This was a very 'comfortable' book The book would be great as a beach read or just to get away from the usual daily life.I was totally engrossed and think that anyone reading it can imagine themselves living in Thailand. I was captivated with the daily life of the natives and the Finn family fit right in. The reason for them moving to Thailand comes quite late in the book but this made sure you were part of the 'family' first.Their compassion for the islanders and the children especially worked really well and there was an underlying current of a 'Adult' world but this didn't spoil the feeling of comfort.The newspaper writer Nick who intergrated the family and the neighbours the Botans were a great addition and seeing the situations through another persons eyes was interesting. I was very disappointed when it finished and would love to read more about the Finn's.
What do You think about Potraga Za Suncem (2012)?
Disappointing; poor character development, especially the females. Tony can do better!
—Ashley
Mediocre read, easy enough but not very interesting or believable.
—eina
I loved this book, my favourite book I read over the summer!
—P_200225
readable book but way too full of good intentions in
—Alizabeth
