I read it every spare moment I had and as great as the ending was, I'm a little sad it had to end. I enjoyed learning about Kenya as well as seeing Nicky and Eric find their way after enduring an incredible loss. Everything about the writing was relateable and I intend to buy copies for my friends. Mar 23, Liralen rated it it was ok Shelves: The story of a woman who, after loss and subsequent separation from her husband, decides to go voluntour in Kenya. I was more or less on board for the first while, although frankly Part I of the book—when Nicky and her husband are struggling to conceive and then facing the aftermath of loss—felt like overdramatic backstory.
I don't mean to trivialise what she went through, because I know it's a real experience and painful for many Nicky goes off to Kenya to volunteer as a teacher in an orphanage. She has a homestay family, who are kind and loving and provide Nicky with life lessons as needed, all the while getting zero character development of their own.
They don't mind when Nicky expresses surprise that they have a television and cell phones; they don't mind when she points out their lack of screens in the windows; they don't mind when she tells the minister how glad she is to hear that he speaks English.
Or when she expresses shock and sorrow, repeatedly, at how violent Kenya is. Instead they just love her—love how wonderful she is with the children; love how she overhauls the curriculum in a day! Oh, I don't know.
I'm probably not being fair. Nicky berates her husband for not grieving in the way she wants him to, for not talking through things with her, and then when the going gets tough in Kenya she cuts off their delicate, freshly renewed contact. I'm not sure she ever really realises that she's in a pot-kettle-black situation.
It's really frustrating to see her waltz into a situation, criticise, sop up praise for being white and educated, and then leave when it's convenient. Possibly more realistic see above re: To their character arcs? Only Jebet gets much of an arc, and that's all backstory to explain why she's so abusive. I've run out of space.
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This one just might have to get the boot. Oct 19, Karen Glass rated it it was amazing. A great story with a satisfying ending. I listened on oneclickdigital, the library's audio download and it was well read and a good listen. Nicky Fowler and he husband suffer the loss of their newborn daughter and grieve that loss differently causing them to separate.
Nicky goes to Africa and works in an orphanage. A simple enough "plot", but the story is rich in character and sense of place. Sep 11, Iman rated it it was amazing. From the very first page, I just could not put it down. It had been a while since I was so excited to finish a book and this one did the job just right.
Clarke's first novel is heart wrenching, so moving and for the lack of a better word, amazing. I became so invested in the story and the characters that I cried and laughed with them. It is officially one of my all-time favourites.
Oct 04, Natalie Hunter rated it it was ok. I can't get into. It's not holding my interest at all so I'm moving on to something else. Jul 02, TamElaine rated it it was amazing.
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Beautiful, inside and out So hard to believe this is a debut novel. I will certainly be looking for Heather's name penned on any future novels. I fell in love with the characters, with the journey, with the emotion. I connected deeply to this book While I've not been through the tragedy or journey specifically in this book, it spoke to me in my own life I found myself writing down quotes from the book that really stood out These two quotes are something I've learned and am grateful to Beautiful, inside and out These two quotes are something I've learned and am grateful to have learned it Mama Bu is someone I think everyone should meet in their lives at least once!
By the time we reached the orphanage, my damp clothes were stuck to my aching everything and I was ready to tackle Jebet. And this is what our main character says of Mama Bu: Her words gave me perspective. I loved her too This is a must-read! I can't say enough how much I loved this book. Jul 07, Diana Brown rated it it was amazing Shelves: I totally recommend this book!!!!!! I loved it, but found myself several times reaching for the kleenex box. When Bev and I first saw this book, we both thought it sounded interesting, and but it for our kobos.
I have been hesitating reading it for some time, as I have been disappointed with a several books that were highly recommended. Bev and I decided to read it before Christmas so that we could discuss it during my visit. I read almost half of it while on the bus ride up to North Bay. I am to I totally recommend this book!!!!!! I am totally surprised that there has been no chatter as far as I am aware about Chai tea Sunday. I was pleasantly surprised how quick and easy it was to read, as well that the author's words just flowed through me.
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I will admit I had to stop reading a couple of times, to allow the emotions that were pulled from to settle down. The book seemed to be so real, that I wonder whether it is based on fact will check later. Feb 02, Gina rated it it was amazing. As I started reading this book I could not put it down.
I was originally drawn to learning about the relationship of Nicky and her husband, then I was torn as they battled difficulty. As Nicky moved her life accross the country to try to regain a sense of herself I packed my bag to join her. The life lead in Kenya was one I haven't had the opportunity to glimpse into often and I truly enjoyed the Historical aspects, the understanding of life there and the development of some amazing characters.
I was really drawn to Mama Bu and how she leads her life and treads so lightly around the issues of the orphanage. All the while she is really planting the seeds in Nicky for her future and making sure to right the wrongs and better the lives for the children at the orphanage! This was a fantastic book and one I am so glad I got the opportunity to read and review! Jan 23, Seana rated it did not like it. Started out absolutely awful. Briefly improved a little bit. It was like listening to a 3rd grader read an essay aloud for hours and hours in a monotone voice devoid of any details or emotion.
Another review stated it seemed like what a first or second draft of a novel might be - not a finished product. Insert huge eye roll. I'm shocked that this book has such great reviews. I really am Started out absolutely awful. It's not the worst I've ever read but it definitely scores in the bottom 20 or so. And I read a lot of books.
Nov 29, Kymberley rated it really liked it Shelves: The story is tender, beautiful, sad, and yet filled with hope! With no spoilers Nicky and her husband Eric are struggling with fertility issues; a devastating loss sends them both reeling. Eric retreats within himself and Nicky heads to Kenya to teach in an orphanage. It is here that her true journey begins. Pour a cup of Chai, snuggle in with a blanket and read away. This is book to get lost in. Mar 07, Elizabeth rated it it was amazing Shelves: I won this book in a goodreads giveaway.
This novel captured me from the beginning. It's a beautifully told story of how people deal with grief and how it affects them and the people around them. Not only that but it shows how you can grow from it or you can let it consume you and change you for the worst. Dec 27, Nicole rated it really liked it Shelves: A surprisingly engrossing novel. I read this in a very short amount of time and I think it is because of two things.
May 25, Jenna rated it it was amazing. Chai Tea Sunday was a fantastic read. Right away I felt connected to the characters and absorbed into their lives. The way the author described Africa made me feel like I could visualize it in real colour and form. I finished this book with a new found understanding and appreciation for a part of the world I really knew quite little about. Jan 20, Julie Brown rated it it was amazing Shelves: I picked it up solely based on the name of the book.
Chai tea is my favourite. Don't let the easy, sweet sounding title deceive you. This book is meaty with sadness, loss, love and hope. A fantastic debut novel. I can't believe that I hadn't heard of this book before. It deserves more attention than it is getting. Apr 13, Gemma rated it it was amazing.
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I absolutely loved this book and would most definitely reccommend it to everyone! An emotional roller coaster with a delightful ending. Drought has brought famine, violence is everywhere, and the jaded orphanage director takes out her hatred on the parentless children. Nicky comes to realize that she must do much more than teach the orphans — she must save them. Under the Hawthorn Tree.
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