The Rain Queen

I read this book for the first time a few years ago. There is no doubt that it's one of the books that has left a big impression on me. I was really captivated by this story. I think that it's worth pointing out that the book is based on real experiences.

The author of the book titled The Rain Queen is an Australian writer - Katherine Scholes. She was born in Tanzania (Africa) where her parents were missionaries. She spent most of her childhood there. Then she left Africa and she moved first to England and then to Tasmania. All of her books have been translated into numerous languages. However, it seems to me that these books aren't popular in Poland.

Generally speaking the plot focuses on two women. Both of them are connected in some way with Africa. Kate's parents, missionaries, were murdered during their stay in Tanzania. Kate was just a small child when it happened. This event has changed all her life. She wants to forget about all the painful memories and she starts a new life.

But one day a mysterious woman Annah moves in next door. She has a secret and wants to tell her version of the story associated with Kate's childhood.

I particulary like the way the author describes Africa. It's no longer a distant place on a map. The reader has the opportunity to discover many interesting things and details about this continent. You can experience a lot of emotions while reading this book and feel like you're there.