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During the Second World War, Eric Lomax was forced to work on the notorious Burma-Siam Railway and was tortured by the Japanese for making a crude radio. Left emotionally scarred and unable to form normal relationships, Lomax suffered for years until, with the help of the Medical Foundation for the Care of Victims of Torture, he came to terms with what had happened and fifty years after the terrible events, was able to meet one of his tormentors. The Railway Man is a story of innocence betrayed and of survival and courage in the face of horror.
This book was amazing. It really made you think. I couldn't put it down especially near the end and walked to work reading it. My colleague said he couldn't get my attention when he drove past I was so engrossed. Needless to say it brought a tear to my eye on more than one occasion.

At this year's unconvention, I'm giving away my 50 favourite books for my 50th birthday. This was a favourite I read in 2014.

Got this from earthcaroleanne's 50 favourite books table. Thank you and happy birthday!

'Enjoy' is not the right word for this book. But it's well-written and at the same time tough to read as it's such a harrowing story. I've been to Kanchanaburi twice and seen the railway and the bridge, and the cemeteries, so this book really hit home. Thank you for sharing.

Taking it to the Convention in Tampere!