Lisa and her husband recently returned from a trip to China, and she let me know that she took her copy of the Bentari manuscript with her. Fortunately, she didn’t have time to read it there, while doing the important things in a distant land—like viewing and learning about the wonders and the culture of our Earth neighbors living on the planet’s opposite side! When she did finish reading the story, Lisa sent me these notes:

“The notions of loyalty and love stand out in Tim Brown’s novel Bentari. Set in the lush African forest, Brown tells the story of young Bentari who is completely devoted to his Mbara community and his family. It’s an imaginative read that shares core values through the adventures of a kind-hearted, brave youth. I thoroughly enjoyed this novel and its ability to show how community can triumph over greed.”

“Tim, I wanted to let you know that I really enjoyed the read. Thanks for sharing the book with me.”

My pleasure, Lisa. And thanks for taking Bentari on a trip to China. Even if he didn’t get out much, I’m sure he’s grateful for the miles. Who knows, maybe he’ll travel there again . . . in future adventures!

Lisa is the Development Director at the Youth Progress Association, an agency that I have proudly and strongly supported since 2007.

Read about YPA at: http://youthprogress.org/

Photo courtesy of Lisa Teuber