Far From My Father’s House: Moving fiction from the award-winning BBC correspondent for fans of Khaled Hosseini and Christy Lefteri Paperback – 4 August 2011

I have got so used to seeing and hearing news reports of the war in Afghanistan that I no longer feel shocked by it all . This book made me realize that it is a real country and that these are real people, both our soldiers and the people who live there . The descriptions of the country and the people was first class I could not put this book down. This is the second novel I have read by Jill Mcgivering , the first one The Last Kestrel, was first class but I thought this one was even better. Although war is not a lite subject the book was very thought provoking and so well written. I an`t wait to read her next novel.

A most enjoyable read. This book clarifies the situation in Pakistan for many hundreds of thousands displaced by Taliban activity. It is well written and makes very clear the situation where defenseless locals have their lives and traditions totally disrupted by war. The complete change in circumstances is heart wrenching and although this is a fictional account it is too close to the truth to be ignored. I would recommend this book.

This was Jill's first novel, although I read her second one first. I therefore soon recognised the 'embedded' reporter. Jill has managed an exciting story with much of the depth of knowledge you would expect from someone who has spent so much time in the country. Her characters are well described, believable, as is the story. I would suggest you read this one first and then move on to 'The Last Kestrel', which takes place in neighbouring Pakistan.

This is an excellent read - interesting, moving and beautifully written. All the characters are so well-drawn, especially those of the Pakistani families, and the author obviously knows a great deal about, and really understands the local culture.Highly recommended.

This is the second novel by this talented journalist.It makes compelling reading and offers great insight into not just the aid workers' and journalists' lives, but also that of the refugees families and their Muslim beliefs. As in "The Last Kestrel" Jill McGivering casts a devastating look at the aid "business".