Ghost Fire was the first Wilbur Smith book I have read (although I'd definitely read more). I loved the characters, the setting, and the historical detail in this story.
Constance and Theo are siblings in the mid 1700s in India. Constance is definitely more adventurous than Theo and sometimes gets him into trouble. She doesn't care too much about being a "proper lady". When their parents die, they are separated for a while and go through a series of adventures.
I love how these characters develop. Theo grows from being a reserved boy into a young man who is willing to risk his life to help others. Constance goes from an adventure-seeking girl to a young lady who isn't afraid to live life the way she wants to live it, even though the realities of life can be harsh.
The historical detail to this story is outstanding. I actually googled a date because I remembered something that happened in India around that time. I knew an event was going to come up soon, but I didn't know how it would affect the characters. The way the book follows actual history drew me in.
I would definitely read more from this author and in this series in the future (especially with these characters).
Constance and Theo are siblings in the mid 1700s in India. Constance is definitely more adventurous than Theo and sometimes gets him into trouble. She doesn't care too much about being a "proper lady". When their parents die, they are separated for a while and go through a series of adventures.
I love how these characters develop. Theo grows from being a reserved boy into a young man who is willing to risk his life to help others. Constance goes from an adventure-seeking girl to a young lady who isn't afraid to live life the way she wants to live it, even though the realities of life can be harsh.
The historical detail to this story is outstanding. I actually googled a date because I remembered something that happened in India around that time. I knew an event was going to come up soon, but I didn't know how it would affect the characters. The way the book follows actual history drew me in.
I would definitely read more from this author and in this series in the future (especially with these characters).