This book has a Spanish twist to it, which is what drew me to it because I did a degree in Spanish, and spent a year in Bilbao. Augusta Hope is one of a twin who has an obsession with words and language, and discovers the country of Burundi. There, a young boy called Parfait successfully escapes the nightmare of Civil War, but at a great cost. Augusta comes with tragedies of her own, and as their lives run in parallel it is almost fated that their stories will intertwine as they both seek to rebuild their destiny in Spain.
Both lives were equally interesting, and it shows how important perspectives are. Just because Parfait escaped a harrowing life and suffered a lot in his journey, didn't invalidate Augusta's problems she faced.
Although some poignant themes were discussed, Augusta's point of view was a lot more lighthearted and Glen captures the casual conservative ideology of many of the older generation perfectly in Augusta's parents. I really enjoyed reading this and would 100% recommend it!
Both lives were equally interesting, and it shows how important perspectives are. Just because Parfait escaped a harrowing life and suffered a lot in his journey, didn't invalidate Augusta's problems she faced.
Although some poignant themes were discussed, Augusta's point of view was a lot more lighthearted and Glen captures the casual conservative ideology of many of the older generation perfectly in Augusta's parents. I really enjoyed reading this and would 100% recommend it!