A review by thesauraz
The Power of One by Bryce Courtenay

adventurous emotional inspiring medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.75

I don’t know why I loved this book, since it isn’t my typical style, but I did. It was one of those long grinds where although I was engrossed I only managed a few pages at a time. The book is content-rich, and with so few breaks Courtenay packs many storylines into one chapter, so many sensational moments. I like especially how he immersed culture at appropriate points, showing where his life journey opened his mind to equality and goodness in a South Africa reeling from World War II Nazi sympathizers straight into apartheid. Great, uplifting storytelling. First with the head, then with the heart!