What a fascinating biography. No Friend But the Mountains is the first book I have read from this author and I was captivated. This book was provided by Netgalley in exchange for my honest opinion. This is a must-read.

Boochani was placed in Manus prison as a refugee. Taking a boat from Indonesia, Boochani, originally from Iran, is rescued only to be imprisoned on this Australian Island. The author, who wrote the memoir in lyrical texts, survived the heinous conditions of being a prisoner without a crime. The other prisoners are brought to life with characterized Nick names. There is an uprising that reads like a Greek tragedy. The story of how the memoir came to be is as stirring as the memoir itself.

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I really enjoyed this book. Those interested in biographies/Memoirs will be interested in reading this book. I rate this book 5 out of 5. Generously provided by NetGalley.

I didn't expect No Friend But The Mountains to be a happy story, and it certainly wasn't. It's a lyrical account of one man's prison life complete with despair, hope, drama and complexity. It's not a light or easy read, but if you can read this book, it's worth your time. This story is different from other similar stories. Actually, it's refreshingly honest and shocking. I enjoyed this one. Thanks to NetGalley for an arc in exchange for an honest review.

A fascinating biography. "No Friend But the Mountains" is a must-read. I"ll be recommending this one to our patrons.