This is the story of Sabine, a young girl of fifteen who is
torn between a country that does not want her and an attempt to keep her family
together safely. These are things that a
fifteen year old should not have to be concerned about. Sabine was born in Uganda and so was her father, but a
mandate passed by President Amin tells them they have to leave in 90 days. Anyone of Indian descent must go. Her mother is Indian and the whole family has
to leave or be removed to a concentration camp.
Sabine and her friend Zenabu (Zena) are very close, but will
they stay close during this situation within their country? When Zena tells her the land must be cleaned
and Sabine and her family must leave - thus begins the rift.
During this 90 day period, Sabine witnesses neighbor after
neighbor leaving/disappearing or being harassed by other neighbors and/or by
soldiers. When her Uncle goes missing,
she goes on a personal crusade to locate him even to the extent of paying
“detectives”.
On Day 85 Sabine decides enough is enough. She will apply for refugee status for her
family and leave Uganda and begin life anew.
There is no excuse for racism, and even more so when it
happens within your own ethnic background – that’s disturbing!
A co-worker gave me this book and after reading the highlights
from the back cover, I had to read it.
The actual book is listed and up for grabs (for free) at www.paperbackswap.com .
If, however, you don’t want to register with
them – email me and I will mail it to you directly – pe0809@yahoo.com
Happy Reading!
