Helpful Score: 3
When I first started reading this book I thought oh no! This woman is a total flake. I forced myself to continue reading and am glad I did! A wonderful true story of a woman who goes to Africa with her European boyfriend, ends up falling in love with a Masai warrior and decides to remain in Africa with him. Great inside view of every day life in the rural bush in Africa including the day to day hardships to just survive, the culture of the Masai people as well as other African tribes. I was sad when I came to the end of the book because I wanted to learn more about what happened to Corinne and her daughter. I was THRILLED to learn there are 2 follow up books "Back From Africa" and "Reunion in Barsaloi" where Hofmann finishes her story! A must read for all interested in adventurous women, African culture and rural living in Africa.
Helpful Score: 2
This story is truly unique and keeps you hooked because it is so outragious! The main character is brave, determined, and at times it is easy to become frustrated with her decisions yet the constant adventure keeps the pages turning. I can't wait to read the sequel.
Oh My! It's a true story! What was Corinne thinking?? A good book detailing life in a far away place.
Joan S. (Yoni) reviewed The White Masai: My Exotic Tale of Love and Adventure on + 327 more book reviews
This was an intriguing book. It drew me in right away, and almost made me believe in love at first sight. I learned so much about life in the bush and the Masai people. I give Corinne credit for hanging in as long as she did. This was almost like an anthropology textbook only much more human. You are inside their world. I recommend this read!
