30 años después vuelvo a leer una historia que me dejó huella en su momento y sigue asqueandome la humanidad.

This was the sequel to The Power of One, which I loved apart from the last 25%. I enjoyed most of this book, but felt betrayed by the beginning and the ending. It took until 62% of the way through until the two main characters met, which meant the we were reading two unconnected stories until then. The rather unrealistic muliti-faceted brilliance of Peekay, and slightly less unrealistic and less multi-faceted brilliance of Tandia must surely be building them both up for internationally significant, long-term stories. And the equally unrealistically overwhelming badness of Geldenhuis must be building him up for ultimate retribution. But, despite numerous opportunities in >800 pages, these things don’t happen, and an unrealistic ending ensues.

I was hesitant to devote myself to this sequel, and now regret it.

True confession - I'm a Bryce Courtenay super fan. I find his stories totally captivating and his writing glorious. Tandia continues Peekay's story from Power of One (which, if you haven't read, you absolutely must), but it's not necessary to read them together (I read PoO many many years ago). Incredible story set against the sweeping insanity of apartheid South Africa, fully flushed characters (all of them, even the little ones), descriptions that put you inside the action....five stars.

Wonderful sequel to power of one. Unfortunately although an amazing book in its own right when you have a book like the power of one to be compared against its going to be a hard act to follow.
Takes a while to get used to the constant switching between what’s happening to leading characters when they are leading separate lives but this also provides more detail to the contrasting worlds in the country during the time the book is set in.
Only criticism would be that ending seemed a bit incomplete but still great.
Still overall a brilliant book with great narration as an audiobook.

Absolutely one of the best books I have ever read! This is the sequel to The Power of One, the story of a small boy born in Africa who dreams of becoming welter wright champion of the world. But the story is so much more. This book tells of that boy, now grown, and his fight to free his beloved country from the evil of apartheid. Written beautifully with lovingly developed characters. I plan to read more of Courtenay.

Good story, Hard language and uses Jesus's name

Such an epic sequel to the power of one - I could hardly put it down and it felt like such a roller coaster to read. Fantastic stuff. Only down side was that after the boxing stuff finished off Peekay increasingly felt less concrete to me as the other themes of the story took forefront

On a whole this book was greatly disappointing I really don't like the way Courtenay portrays white South Africans. We r not all consumed with this "madness" he says which ruined the country. The themes if the novel seemed to have changed throughout the book as if he changed his mind about which direction he wanted the story to go in. Also the emotions Of the characters seemed rather flat and unreal.
Also maybe it is just me but the ending was not very clear at all. Did peekay die and his spirit had risin. What was the point in climbing the rock face to get to doc, or even leaving tandia for that matter?

An excellent sequel to The Power of One. I really liked how, by telling Tandia’s story from her perspective it felt like a stand alone story that didn’t necessarily need to be read as a sequel. Having said that, it is also a beautiful continuation of Peekay’s remarkable story, and I love how the two end up intertwining with each other. Overall Courtenay is able to shed light on the brutality and injustice of the apartheid regime, while still providing the reader with imagery and characters that allow them to fall in love with the beauty of Africa, just as they did in The Power of One. A long read but definitely worth while.

This is the sequel to The Power of One. There is more boxing, apartheid, and white supremacy of South Africa in the 1960's. The author maintained that all characters were fictional but there are at least a few similarities to historical figures.

This book is utterly soul crushing in the most moving way possible. I finished this book in 3 days, and therefore cannot relate to the comments about how 'hefty' this book is!
I haven't read The Power Of One, which may be one I loved this book so much.
The issues put forward in this book were not subtle and inspiring, but rather sour and irritating. Maybe because the themes are controversial and genuinely irritating themselves, but in this way Bryce Courtenay's writing style let down the beauty Tandia could have.
Towards the end of the novel, Tandia took a backseat and Peekay became the main character. This book could just be named Peekay.
I would love to say every one of these 900 pages had meaning, but honestly so much of it was irrelevant for the rest of the story line, and had no purpose, not even mere character development. It wasn't until the last quarter of the book where everything had some kind of relevancy and I wasn't waiting for something to happen. My mother asked me about the plot when I was half way through and I had nothing to say because I didn't know!
The time jumps were often confusing. I couldn't tell how much time had gone by until the date was mentioned in the story.
But overall, this book is incredible. It gave me wonderful insight into the struggles of South Africa and racial division I knew little about.

Today, I completed my journey through "Tandia," the captivating sequel to "The Power of One." Although these two books share some commonalities, they ultimately lead us down distinct paths with vastly different outcomes.

Both works commence by vividly portraying immense suffering and pain. Through their intricate narratives, they weave together a tapestry of diverse characters, while delving into themes of apartheid, African mysticism, and Western individualism. The author's exceptional skill shines through as they seamlessly blend various philosophical and political topics. However, beyond this shared foundation, the stories diverge.

"The Power of One" unfolds as an uplifting coming-of-age tale, inspiring readers with its optimistic tone. In contrast, "Tandia" confronts us with a harsh, painful reality steeped in hatred. Its antagonist stands as one of the most abhorrent individuals imaginable, subjecting the unfortunate protagonist to a lifetime of torment. The author skillfully orchestrates moments of hope, only to shatter them against the backdrop of apartheid's injustice and the depths of human evil. This exploration forces introspection, compelling us to ponder our own responses in the face of such darkness.

The book's conclusion is undeniably brutal, capturing the profound hopelessness of the historical period. Yet, amidst the despair, it hints at the presence of a flicker of light beyond the shadows. While my desire for a more gratifying demise for the detestable Geldenhuis went unfulfilled, this disappointment itself underscores the book's ability to evoke strong emotions.

Without a doubt, "Tandia" leaves an indelible impression, painting a disheartening picture of a world plagued by injustice. Nonetheless, it remains a testament to the author's superb craftsmanship and storytelling prowess. Though it may not offer the same uplifting experience as its predecessor, "The Power of One," its literary excellence remains undeniable.