Island Beneath the Sea

Haven’t read yet but the print is much smaller than usual so disappointed

I really enjoyed the story, which is based around Haiti, when it was still a French colony. The story is well written and examine the relationship between slave and owner in a different light. I felt that the story went on a bit and did not need to cover the whole of their lives in such detail. Saying that I enjoyed the book and I have enjoy Isabel Allende's books.

A fascinating story involving the history of the eighteenth early nineteenth century.

Historically traumatic and fascinating times. Strong characters in exotic locations. Allende populates her exiting saga with a well described and credible cast. The oars are touching the water this time.

All her stories keep me in a state of amazement. The characters become my closest friends and their story and even their thoughts linger with me long after I have finished the book. There is no word, unfortunately, for her style of writing, it might be compared with Garcia Marquez but she is definitely unique!!!

Although you cannot exactly expect a happy ending from her considering the story of her life and the tragic and painful death of her daughter Paula, i still wanted one and that's why it's only 4 stars.Moving and full of detail as usual.A great reading.

Description, delivery, value for money all fine.

A really beautiful novel