An idealistic young man joins a team of doctors in an isolated and failing South African hospital. There are no patients to speak of, and the atmosphere amongst the staff reflects a sense of tension after Apartheid and menace from the surrounding wilderness. Frank, a reluctant friend and room mate, finds his priorities and morals questioned when the menace becomes real and his irritation with the new doctor changes to respect. Beautifully written and many layered.
(Victoria Grey-Edwards - bwl 25 August 2004 ) |
