Official Review: Confessions of a Llama by Patrick Ntsime

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Re: Official Review: Confessions of a Llama by Patrick Ntsime

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such a over-embellished review!!! this makes read this book a hundred time..
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I'm currently on a journey to discover as much as I possibly can on historical events, so historical fiction plotlines are currently up my alley now more than ever. I'd also like to see the connection between the title and the story. Thanks for sharing.
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I am curious to learn more about the history of South American countries, and this historical fiction seems like it could be a great way to get started! Great review!
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Only after reading this indepth review did I understand that the cover did not reflect what was in the story. Historical fiction isn't my favorite so can't say if I'd read the book, but definitely seems like it's a great read. Thanks for the wonderful review 😊.
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Thanks for the great review! A history of the slave trade sounds interesting, but the initial descriptions did not appeal to me. I might have to pass this one.
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I like the discussion of African and South American culture as we follow the unfortunate events that befell Mr. Motara during his forced slavery. Its also good that the story highlights the serious issues of human trafficking.
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This historical fiction seems like one I can enjoy reading. It must have required a lot of effort and will for South Africa's Mr. Motara to succeed in his diplomatic mission to Bolivia, during the time slave was at its peak. The fact that there are also elements of friendship and love (romance) makes me want to read it. Thank you for this wonderful review!
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I would not have guessed the theme of the book from its cover and title. I like historical fictions and this one sounds like a poignant memoir. Thanks for a neat review.
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I don't enjoy reading about slavery and its conditions, so will likely pass on this book, but I appreciate the thought that the author put into writing it! Thanks for the detailed review!
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This is certainly a topic that I have never read a historical fiction book about, one man’s job as the first bridge between South Africa and Bolivia. It should be interesting on a historical, political, plot, and character development level. I also like that it handles some issues that are still very relevant today such as human trafficking. Thank you for the helpful review.
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This book is probably not the kind of story I would want to read (not being a fan of historical fiction or romance) and the subject matter (slavery, racial prejudice, mental institutions, etc) sound a little too heavy, but the title is interesting.
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Every reader can relate with the themes explored in this read. I like the fact that the book narrates a storyline of a person. Great review.
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Mr. Motara would have really had his work cut out for him being his country's first diplomat to Bolivia. I'll love to read how his mission panned out. Thanks for this review.
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Mr. Motara's job as a South African diplomat to Bolivia and his own personal difficulties sound like he had his hands full. The racial discrimination, government corruption, human trafficking, and the suffering of silver mine workers are heavy issues brought out in this historical fiction. The love relationship between Motara and Pam would give readers a break from all the tragic descriptions.
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This should be an interesting historical fiction with an emotional side to it that depicts the life of an African diplomat in a South American country who suffers a lot and is even diagnosed with a mental illness at a point in time. Thank you for the review!
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