Solomon's Song

I would never voluntarily read a book about war. And I freely admit my beliefs that violence and war are only the senseless tools of the senseless has been formed far too glibly, and far too distant from their reality. Through the eyes, the heart, the lives of all the characters in this novel and the whole trilogy my beliefs have been fortified and tears have been shed. The hardcore realness of this narrative that takes place in World War One is so powerful that this reader felt the force of war; brought to that place by such compelling characters that a human connection was unavoidable. I do not think that I have ever had so much admiration for any such as these: with all their conflicts, strengths, weaknesses, heart, and amazing journeys. Read the trilogy, you will never regret it.

Not as compelling as the other books in this series. Nevertheless a good read and I was sorry to reach the end of this series. I really enjoy Courtenay's use of words and found his descriptions of the Great War in Gallipoli and France very harrowing. All in all I thoroughly enjoyed the series. The research was in depth and made the stories feel very real - although they were works of fiction - the character development, especially in the first book, the Potato Factory were brilliant and the stories were very compelling. Highly recommended

This is the last book in a trilogy by Bryce Courtenay. I was introduced to the author by a friend who gave me the audio book for the second of the series "Tomo and Hawk". I was so taken by the story I searched for other books by Mr. Courtenay and ordered the frist in the series "The Patato Factory" and needed to find out "what happened" to the family. Great book, great story and so much historical accuracy that as a history lesson of the later 19th early 20th century you learn so much. Highly recommend the entire serires, although each book can "stand alone".

Once again I felt to some extent conned by the author for the reason I have wirtten in previous reviews of Bryce Courtenay, That is to say his digression from the main story to give what can only be his observations re conflict during the first and second world wars. I do not criticize him for these observations but do criticize for using a story of life for a platform. Because I felt cheated in a previous novel, this time as I was reading the novel on my Kindle I particularly noted when the war first became part of the story and it was at the 80 percent mark and continued to the end of the book so 20% was attributed to the war and experiences of Anzac soldiers first at the conflict in the Dardanelles and then in Europe. However I have to say the descriptions of the conflict the loss of life and more so the incompetency of so called leaders was very enlightening and quite horrifying and goes to show why military officers should be promoted and selected on there qualities and not who they are or where they come from. However that is a whole different subject The diversion into the military conflict was in my opinion to the detriment of the story in the book which while in the early stages was full of intrigue and possibilities and did in fact have a lot of twists and turns which in my opinion could have become a much more intriguing novel but it seems on the diversion into military conflict the novel was just hung out to dry with many avenues not explored or brought to a satisfactory conclusion. The first Caused me a few page turn backs to make sure I was sure as to who all the many characters were who were present in that first chapter as like so many of Bryce Courtenay books you are never sure how big or how small a part these characters play and in this book the people in first chapter paly a big part in the plot. Had this book been fully developed it could have been a fair bit longer and brought it all to a satisfactory conclusion

Bryce Courtenay is an extraordinary author. The Power of One, followed by Tandia, that take place in South Africa are most moving. Then the trilogy set it the Penal Colony of Tasmania, New Zealand and Australia in the early 1800's, starting with the Potato Factory, then Tommo and Hawk and finally Solomons Song, gives and insight to the fortitude of the underprivileged who choose to succeed against all odds and persecutions. A must read!!

I absolutely loved the first book in the series - The Potato Factory. I felt like this one just spanned too many years too quickly. Also, in both the second book as well as this one, there were A LOT of references to the first book - that to me would be very annoying if you had not read it. So, if you are planning on this one - you should start with the first one for sure!

This is the 3rd book in the Australian Trilogy .They are all excellent in my opinion and as I stated in a book 2 review contain a lot of history. Both men and women should find them enjoyable. The author has wonderful descriptive ability. I am surprised that he is not more popular in this country. If you plan to read this book, start with book 1 "The Potato Factory" I plan to read more of his books!

"Solomon's Song"by Bryce Courtenay, is the last of the trilogy. Though this particular book was, I felt was not as well enjoyed as the other two. Carried across three amazing books, the story of three generations unfold.Having recently emigrated from the UK myself I became so involved with the characters, Some how I understood their lives.. So,for me, Courtenay helped me to understand the factual side of Australia ( I even know about some Australian history. When the story finally came to its conclusion I found the end of Solomon's Song rather sudden and it left me wondering......" so is that it?" However I have now found an author who I have fallen in love with. The way he writes,is like no other and I intend to read all of his books,

It's a good book and people should buy it because my wife likes Bryce Courtney books

Hard to review Courtenay's books, as it has all been said before. Great writer that turns a good story into a great read. If you want to read a review of his books, it goes without saying that you have not read any of his work, as you would have just got the book, trusting in the man to entertain you.

Bryce Courtenay is hands down my favourite author but finding his books can be frustrating. Bought Tandia used and was in amazing condition, doesn’t even look like it’s been read. Highly recommend this seller.

After reading 7 or so books by Bryce Courtney this is the last one yet. Stunning, thrilling, excellent.

Worthwhile read - it highlights the futility of war . Only the insane would glorify it and advocate that the young men and women should used as cannon fodder. Unfortunately modern warfare is even more destructive - Mans inhumanity to man fills me with great sadness and I postulate that man will see the folly of his ways and work towards correcting himself.