Yes, ok – we have that book. The one that resulted in a Facebook hate page and consumer threats to boycott any shops that sold it. People wanted this book banned. But let’s not forget that the Public Library also holds (amongst others) the David Bain, the Rex Haig, and the Scott Watson books. Let us also remember the role of non-fiction material, that is to inform, to educate, to enlighten, and to allow an author to voice an opinion based on evidential research. Non-fiction material is instrumental in clarifying issues, changing a reader’s opinions, and altering people’s preconceived notions.
In Breaking Silence, author Ian Wishart allows Macsyna King to tell her story in her own words. He then puts forward his views based on the evidence given in the trial of Chris Kahui, his own research into some of the issues that arose from that trial, and the transcripts from the recent inquest. Compelling reading – particularly the transcripts from the inquest. Read this book with an open mind, hear the other side of the story and draw your own conclusions.
Reviewed by Jill
