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Everything Good Will Come by Sefi Atta

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nafisahajjateeumar's review against another edition

4.0

I loved this book when I was younger, but rereading it, I didn't really like the portrayal of Nigeria in the book. So many sentences started with "In my country.." and ended with broad, sweeping generalisations as if Nigeria is limited to Lagos alone. I'm not saying any of those generalisations are false but come on...
I loved the progression of the story although it was a bit hard to read at times and took me a while to finish.
4/5

soso_booknook's review against another edition

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emotional hopeful inspiring reflective sad slow-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

bolaawe's review against another edition

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emotional hopeful informative inspiring reflective sad tense medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.25

papelgren's review against another edition

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4.0

A finely tuned narrative about female empowerment in a country that has its share of patriarchy and corrupt government. It is strongest in its details of a furious friendship between the narrator Enitan and Sheri, but the details of Nigeria's history that come throughout are wonderfully informative. This book provides a perspective western audiences should seek out. A powerful female character challenges the status quo while dealing with all manner of conflicts. Atta's complicated relationship with Nigeria made me want to go there despite all the flaws. So many incredible and rich characters populate this book.