Esther Tanou

Island Son Esther Tanou

Island Son is a biographical book by Esther Tanou and takes you to the heart of the South Pacific, set against the tropical backdrop of the Fijian Islands. This evocative and compelling story follows Esther on her journey to bring Aseri a young Fijian boy home to Australia. Esther and Aseri live together peacefully in Fiji before a corrupt welfare official sabotages the finalization of Aseri's adoption. Soon after they find themselves cruelly and completely separated. What follows is a life-changing journey for both of them, full of adventures, challenges, and unexpected turns while spanning the globe between Fiji, Australia, and Germany. Island Son relates Esther Tanou's struggle against corruption and systemic child protection issues while journeying through the diverse cultural landscape of Fiji. Will Esther and Aseri find a way to be reunited without coming to harm?