A review by andrew61
A River Called Time by Mia Couto

3.0

Post Colonial war of independence an interesting story of family with a hint of magic which is part of their traditions. Mariano is the grandson who returns to an island off the River Mazimbi after his grandfather Dita Mariano has died, through letters apparently written to him by his grandfather he unites his divided family at time of change in the country, with potential development and corruption weighing against the feelings of tradition and those who fought for independence.The book is full of magic, religion ,eroticism, loss,death,family and traditions. Interesting read although magical realism is not always my cup of tea, I would still recommend.