Gripping, almost cinematic
Guardian
Irresistible
Financial Times
Cubaphiles are all the richer for this book … Castro's prodigious gifts are well displayed: his formidable erudition, steely discipline, epic curiosity and his astute grasp of history
Financial Times
Whatever happens after Castro has gone, this book will provide an indispensable perspective on his record
Guardian
Castro's life has been extraordinary and he can tell a good story
Evening Standard
A fascinating account
- , Books of the Year, Metro
Extraordinary
- , Books of the Year, Observer
Irresistible
Financial Times