Tandia

By: Bryce Courtenay

Narrated by: Humphrey Bower

Length: 26 hrs and 35 mins

Publisher's summary

Tandia is a child of all Africa: half Indian, half African, beautiful and intelligent, she is only 16 when she is first brutalized by the police. Her fear of the White man leads her to join the Black resistance movement. With her in the fight for justice is the one White man Tandia can trust, the welterweight champion of the world, Peekay. Now he must fight their common enemy in order to save both their lives.

©2013 Christine Courtenay (P)2014 Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd

Critic reviews

"Humphrey Bower is brilliant....[Tandia] will resonate in the hearts and minds of listeners long after the final chapter." (AudioFile Magazine)

Outstanding Book !!!

What a beautiful story. I loved "Power of One," but this book I couldn't stop listening to. I was truly sad to have it end. I would listen again right away, but it is a bit intense for that.
I'm so sorry that I didn't discover Mr. Courtney until after he left this world. What a gifted author !

Excellent a story and excellent reading.

Fantastic story. While not necessary, do yourself a favor and first read "The Power of One." Both books are read by the same person, who has done an excellent job on both.

Capturing the true spirit of mankind (or unkind)

If you could sum up Tandia in three words, what would they be?

A heartbreaking story

Who was the most memorable character of Tandia and why?

Juicy Fruit Mambo was very memorable firstly because he's a character of a similar name in Jack of Diamonds but mostly because of his utter loyalty and humility to Tandia.

Any additional comments?

This story is a rather true depiction of what life was like in South Africa for a non-white person. It leaves a bitter taste in your mouth... The story reminds the world of the reason for the hate bred in the hearts of those that lived on that piece of land at the bottom of the African continent. It is a reminder of how unreasonable humans can be, and have been. There is more than one side to every story and Bryce plays a pivotal role in portraying these sides. An artful story that draws you into the depths of human hatred... and then love.

Fantastic!!! Another winning story

Loved it! Yet another great book by Bryce Courtaney. Not only a fantastic story, but well read... This book will not disappoint!

Great book - amazing narrator

Would you consider the audio edition of Tandia to be better than the print version?

Yes. The narrator - like a great actor to a movie - adds a lot to the characters and the story.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Tandia?

How the interactions between the "kids' gang" and Tandia is brought to life.

What does Humphrey Bower bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

He has as many different voices and emotions as there are characters. He sings the songs; quotes the quotes etc.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes.

Any additional comments?

I discovered audiobooks to use my time driving and got addicted. When the narrator is good - it is an even more amazing experience than just reading a great book.

What a great book.

If you could sum up Tandia in three words, what would they be?

Epic

What was one of the most memorable moments of Tandia?

The entire book

Have you listened to any of Humphrey Bower’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

The Power of One, just as unbelievable as this one ...

Who was the most memorable character of Tandia and why?

Tandia herself, because of the hardship she had to endure.

Incredible story with Brilliant narration!!!

Completely loved this series, amazing to follow up with a richer, deeply satisfying experience, BRAVO!!!

Thanks for this wonderful collaboration

I read Power of One several years ago and was a fan of Courtenay already. I found Courtenay on audible when Brother Fish was released and bought that. I was immensely impressed with the Humphrey narration and wanted more. Then I discovered this sequel to Power of One and snapped it right up. Having just finished it, I was sorry to have it end. Humphrey's narration of this book was, like that of Brother Fish, superb. The best I have found on Audible. That is important since I try to buy only books over 20 hours for my bike commute. I was moved by this sequel to Power of One and would recommend it to anyone-- although I would strongly recommend reading or listening to Power of One first. There are enough back references that much will be lost without the experience of Power of One. (And the movie is no substitute; not even close. I saw the movie when it first came out and it kept me from reading the book for years. The book is lightyears better than the movie.) In Tandia, I am impressed with Courtnay's ability not to paint all Afrikaaners with one brush, and the same for the South African blacks and the rest of the cast. I am even more impressed with his ability to deal with themes of racial pride, hatred and tolerance; culture; religion; love; and faith without trivializing them. Thank you Courtenay and Humphrey for this wonderful collaboration !!!!

Tandia

This was just a great book. It was my first Bryce Courtney book but it won't be my last. Such rich full character and the reader was very good. I have recommended this book to others as it should appeal to all.

Good story and interesting characters

Courtenay does develop good characters and an interesting story line and deserves a solid 4 star. I am not a big fan of his endings. I listened to the Australian Trilogy and also was disappointed with the ending of final book. The narration is top rate and probably gives his book an extra star. If I read the book I probably would have been bored and quit half way through. Worth the effort and length, especially if you are into historical fiction and the anti-apartheid story of South Africa.