Review of Drone Child: A Novel of War, Family and Survival

Post by **Crs webco** » 14 Nov 2022, 02:09

Very thorough review. A fictional memoir of a 15 year old trying to survive and thrive through following orders from the gang of thugs who forcefully recruited him to do their biding is not for me. I did download the book and read the first couple of chapters, but I won't be reading any more. Books about wars are just not something that I read.

Hazel Arnaiz · Post by **Hazel Arnaiz** » 14 Nov 2022, 02:15

The fictional memoir seems like an eye-opener about the harrowing nightmares and realities of child soldiers in a war-stricken society. Congratulations on Book of the Day!

jaym_tan · Post by **jaym_tan** » 14 Nov 2022, 02:26

It is fantastic to create a fictitious novel about a reality that for many individuals included so many gloomy days that it was tough to hold out hope for a better tomorrow. This novel addresses difficult subjects, but at its core, it is a tale of optimism and tenacity. Congrats on botd!

Sameena Ansari · Post by **Sameena Ansari** » 14 Nov 2022, 02:28

I'm glad to know that this story has a happy ending because what Lemba went through as a child soldier sounds scary.

Post by **Zainab Wasif** » 14 Nov 2022, 02:31

Despite having a sad background, Lemba’s story seems to be full of hope and new discoveries. I would love to read this fictional memoir. Thanks for a detailed review!

Ailakhu Yusau Aizhebiomon · Post by **Ailakhu Yusau Aizhebiomon** » 14 Nov 2022, 02:38

The cases of child soldiers being used to prosecute terrorism is common in Africa. Today's book of the day is a fictionalized memoir about family, survival and war. Congrats on being the #BOTD!

Harty Muli · Post by **Harty Muli** » 14 Nov 2022, 02:44

I like this book's focus on the ill effects of an African war. It's quite disheartening that a 15 year (Lemba Adula) could be used as a child soldier. Great review.

Post by **UcheNduka** » 14 Nov 2022, 02:56

Following this well-written review, I gained a complete insight into the story. It compelled me to think from the terrorist's perspective.
I can't imagine what it would be for Lemba to watch his dreams fissile out before him.
Congrats to the author.

Joy C · Post by **Joy C** » 14 Nov 2022, 03:00

Standing tall in the face of daunting challenges is a skill of the brave. I find it interesting that a 15 year old would do this and consider best options for his family in the face of danger. I'd love to see how this story unfolds. Thanks for your review.

Jane Austen · Post by **Salah bourouba** » 14 Nov 2022, 03:01

Sounds like an interesting and heartbreaking story to see the struggle of children who are weaponized for war even though they want so bad to be good

John Arun Kumar · Post by **John Arun Kumar** » 14 Nov 2022, 03:10

This is a fictional memoir. David H. Rothman seems to have done his research well on the plight of Congolese people and their child soldiers and written this well. Your review is equally well written. Congratulations on the BOTD!

Post by **Tanya Maxine Maseko** » 14 Nov 2022, 03:13

This book sounds riveting, I cannot wait to finish reading it. I have a reading goal I hope to reach by the end of the year and I'm honoured to have Drone Child on my list. Fantastic review!

Setshego Motsilinyane · Post by **Setshego Motsilinyane** » 14 Nov 2022, 03:14

It is my first time reading about Congolese people I will like to know more thank you.

Post by **B Sheila Holt** » 14 Nov 2022, 03:15

Thank you for reviewing this book again and noting the corrections that have been made. It’s good to see that the author wants the reader to have a good experience when reading this book.
Great job!!

Raquel Sojo · Post by **Raquel Sojo** » 14 Nov 2022, 03:17

An intriguing and suspenseful book. It is nice to see how the author seems to have documented facts about the Congo culture very well to express details in the story. I am interested to know what happens to Lemba and if his ideals change during the story. Thanks for sharing this detailed review.