Review: In the Shade of the Monkey Puzzle Tree is a Beautifully Inspiring Tale that needs to be read!
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 12 11, 2013
FIrst of all I loved this book. This book held such deep meanings and morals in the face of such ugly situations and actions within a wonderful story.  THis book touched my heart in such a deep way that it cried for the characters that were treated so unjustly. To think that people were so "ugly" to sweet, trusting, poor unworldly fellow Greeks. You can read this book and then again you can absorb this book, let it filter into your heart and soul and let it live with you to remind you how great kindness is and how devastating even a little hate and ugliness can be to another. This story will live in me and reminds me to be a better person. THis is what I personally got from this book. Aside from my personal encounter the story is so alive with every detail of Athens, the scenery, the faces of people, the smells, temperatures, and scenery of the city which paints a vivid picture in your mind as you read. You can almost smell the scents as they are described.A beautiful book on many levels that I would recommend to everyone. It is uplifting actually and makes you grateful for your luxuries. You may look at life a little differently for the better. Reminds you to slow down, and absorb the sights, the smells, the sounds, and the faces of others.Beautiful, I can't wait for the next adventure and in the meantime will keep this book close by to read over again.THank You Sara!