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"Sharply observed, very funny, and infused with the longings and possibilities of the road, it's a succulent tale." --"Wanderlust"
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An extraordinary book which ranks up there with Sandra Cisneros's Caramelo, Tim Butcher's Blood River and even the great Bruce Chatwin.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is the story of the author, Robin Bayley, following in his great-grandfather's footsteps and travelling to Mexico. Arthur Greenhalgh, or Arturo as he was called in Mexico, had travelled there at the end of the 19th century to run a cotton mill. Robin travelled there almost 100 years later to put flesh to the bones of the stories that his grandmother had told him about her father's time in Mexico.
This is a really charming and, at times, funny story. There's a quote on the front cover of the paperback from Who Do You Think You Are magazine, and it really is like something you would see on that programme, as the author uncovers various information and meets people connected to his family.
I found this an engrossing tale. I loved looking at the pictures in the centre, particularly those of Arthur, as they brought the characters to life for me. I'd recommend this to anybody who enjoys a good story of family life, particularly a true one. Excellent stuff.
This is a really charming and, at times, funny story. There's a quote on the front cover of the paperback from Who Do You Think You Are magazine, and it really is like something you would see on that programme, as the author uncovers various information and meets people connected to his family.
I found this an engrossing tale. I loved looking at the pictures in the centre, particularly those of Arthur, as they brought the characters to life for me. I'd recommend this to anybody who enjoys a good story of family life, particularly a true one. Excellent stuff.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I got this book for various reason but one of them was that I was intrigued about how a family history can affect our present and future and how certain things from our past live in our blood and we don't even realise it. this book, apart from being an amazing discovery with a travel theme, is a wonderful story of many people who love, hate, gain and lose. it's beautifully written. you don't even have to close your eyes to imagine you are there, in the ink of the writer. Enjoy! (I ended up buying it for my in-laws and friends' birthdays and they loved it too). alex, london
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is an extremely funny and beautifully written novel. Bayley weaves together an intriguing mixture of genealogy, travelogue and Mexican history but the result is so much more than the sum of its parts. Mexico is described with such detail and love that the reader feels he is alongside the author, enjoying the bizarre, chaotic and joyously colourful culture for themselves. With brilliantly realised characters, beautifully depicted scenery, a love story and a surprise ending the book has it all, except a sequel! More please Mr Bayley
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Misses the mark
This book is dissappointing. The story has a lot of potential but I couldn't wade beyond the first two chapters. Read more
Published 3 months ago by PeterKnight
A great story - totally absorbing
I read this book over a two week period and was totally engrossed from start to finish. The author transports you with him on his adventure and I felt his excitement and wonder as... Read more
Published 8 months ago by Alison
Absolutely loved it!
Very passionate, beautifully written book, the one when you can cry and laugh at the same time. Absolutely captivating, I couldn't stop reading - on the train, at home, shop,... Read more
Published 9 months ago by Aga
Gripping!!
Beautifully written, I read it in two weeks. A story that takes us back in time and makes me feel like searching for my own family roots. Read more
Published 10 months ago by R Pregal
A really good read
I don't often see a book on Amazon that has nothing but 5 star reviews. Nevertheless I am going to add another! Read more
Published 11 months ago by Fred
An atmospheric journey to the past travelled today
I was hooked from the first page with its Proustian mention of Ribena! The book is beautifully written reminding me of Laurie Lee. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Will
A beautiful book - couldn't put it down...
I was interested in the travel aspect of the book originally, but it is so much more than this. From the moment I started reading it, The Mango Orchard was impossible to put down. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Claire
What an incredible journey through Latin America
After reading this book, I now want to trace my own family history in the hope my story could lead to such a great adventure and amazing encounters. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Andrea
Take that first step...
What happens when you hand over control of your life to something stronger; something that takes you on a journey that will not only shape who you are, but who you were and where... Read more
Published 12 months ago by Jo Thoenes
Una historia realmente extraordinaria!
Me encanta este libro por muchas razones: el viaje de Robin me parece divertido y me trae recuerdos de experiencias propias por Latino América y como "viajera" en general. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Laura
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