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Belonging
Uprooted from Glasgow by their respective parents, rival gang members Jimmy Henderson and Liam Malloy find themselves once again being involved with gangs in South Africa.
When Liam meets his counterpart and discovers that he belonged to the gang that was responsible for his brother’s death, he looks for revenge. After failing in his many attempts at getting back at Jimmy, he is left dejected.
Their hostilities resume years later when they meet up in the army; but when Jimmy has a hand in saving Liam’s life, a friendship develops.
Discontented with army life, they both leave for London, where they become involved with local hoodlums. When Jimmy leaves for Glasgow due to a family bereavement, Liam makes a shocking discovery about the mob’s activities and hastily retreats to Scotland.
Meeting old friends in Glasgow, both become involved in football violence. When Celtic and Rangers casuals meet, tragedy is inevitable.
When Liam meets his counterpart and discovers that he belonged to the gang that was responsible for his brother’s death, he looks for revenge. After failing in his many attempts at getting back at Jimmy, he is left dejected.
Their hostilities resume years later when they meet up in the army; but when Jimmy has a hand in saving Liam’s life, a friendship develops.
Discontented with army life, they both leave for London, where they become involved with local hoodlums. When Jimmy leaves for Glasgow due to a family bereavement, Liam makes a shocking discovery about the mob’s activities and hastily retreats to Scotland.
Meeting old friends in Glasgow, both become involved in football violence. When Celtic and Rangers casuals meet, tragedy is inevitable.
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First published July 2, 2013
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April 6, 2015
I received the book from the publisher for an honest review.
A cliff hanger, not a big fan of them! :)I hate to stop and wonder what will happen next, really.
Enough of my slight rant. *smile*
This is the author's first published book and I must say: Well done!
Belonging (the feud) is the first book in the series Belonging Trilogy and begins with two boys, Jimmy and Liam's life in Glasgow. The animated conversations within the book allows for great entertainment. And, since it is written in the Scottish dialect it took a bit to get use too but that doesn't hinder the reader at all; it makes the book more believable. The flow of the story wasn't rushed or hindered and you could really enjoy the life of these two youngsters on the streets of Glasgow and the different gangs they were in. A fascinating group of youngsters were gathered around these two each with their own life story to tell.
Taken back to the late seventies the author did an excellent work in capturing the past, the songs - some I have never heard before - and the way of life. Clearly the author has great knowledge of the time and the place as you walk thru the pages.
The story is fast paced and filled with adventure and action. Hatred was at the order of the day back then and you see the turmoil that the people were in as kids tried to make a path for themselves. Life was very difficult for most of the gang members and you notice the adjustments and effects their parents lifestyles had on them.
When Liam and Jimmy's parents both immigrated to South Africa - not planned of course - you walk thru the streets of Durban, picturing the places the author described so vividly. Again these two boys adjusted just fine and landed in gangs once again.
I love the play with language as the author tells his tale. It really feels like my country with its diversity and customs as you read more about their lives and choices in SA. Each has taken a different path; where it will end I have no idea...Cliff Hanger remember.
I find the story believable and realistic, alive with passion as each believed in his own cause of self perseverance.
Both characters are strong leaders, each with their own persona, ideas and reasons for doing the things they want to do. Tough on the outside they both had a soft inside when it comes to support, friendship, relationships and their views of the world around them. Although I must admit, I don't like Liam's character much...
Really a great book I can recommend to all readers that doesn't mind to learn more about other cultures, the way they speak for instance can be offense for some. But this is what make earth unique: our diversity.
A cliff hanger, not a big fan of them! :)I hate to stop and wonder what will happen next, really.
Enough of my slight rant. *smile*
This is the author's first published book and I must say: Well done!
Belonging (the feud) is the first book in the series Belonging Trilogy and begins with two boys, Jimmy and Liam's life in Glasgow. The animated conversations within the book allows for great entertainment. And, since it is written in the Scottish dialect it took a bit to get use too but that doesn't hinder the reader at all; it makes the book more believable. The flow of the story wasn't rushed or hindered and you could really enjoy the life of these two youngsters on the streets of Glasgow and the different gangs they were in. A fascinating group of youngsters were gathered around these two each with their own life story to tell.
Taken back to the late seventies the author did an excellent work in capturing the past, the songs - some I have never heard before - and the way of life. Clearly the author has great knowledge of the time and the place as you walk thru the pages.
The story is fast paced and filled with adventure and action. Hatred was at the order of the day back then and you see the turmoil that the people were in as kids tried to make a path for themselves. Life was very difficult for most of the gang members and you notice the adjustments and effects their parents lifestyles had on them.
When Liam and Jimmy's parents both immigrated to South Africa - not planned of course - you walk thru the streets of Durban, picturing the places the author described so vividly. Again these two boys adjusted just fine and landed in gangs once again.
I love the play with language as the author tells his tale. It really feels like my country with its diversity and customs as you read more about their lives and choices in SA. Each has taken a different path; where it will end I have no idea...Cliff Hanger remember.
I find the story believable and realistic, alive with passion as each believed in his own cause of self perseverance.
Both characters are strong leaders, each with their own persona, ideas and reasons for doing the things they want to do. Tough on the outside they both had a soft inside when it comes to support, friendship, relationships and their views of the world around them. Although I must admit, I don't like Liam's character much...
Really a great book I can recommend to all readers that doesn't mind to learn more about other cultures, the way they speak for instance can be offense for some. But this is what make earth unique: our diversity.
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