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zellm's review against another edition
3.0
I thought this book was a very interesting and informative portrayal of Nigeria in the 70s. I found the characters interesting, but felt that it was written very passively, and struggled to feel connected to the story, despite the drama that was happening within.
maro022's review against another edition
informative
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Backdropped in post-Independence Nigeria, a woman is trying to come to terms with her husband’s retirement where she then meets an American bead collector…
I have mixed feelings about this book, because whilst the writing style was engaging and easy to digest, the latter two chapters of the book felt very rushed….
*Spoiler* the last statement of the book was my exact feeling of the protagonist
I have mixed feelings about this book, because whilst the writing style was engaging and easy to digest, the latter two chapters of the book felt very rushed….
*Spoiler* the last statement of the book was my exact feeling of the protagonist
pearlbookish's review against another edition
adventurous
informative
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
4.0
usikholor's review against another edition
5.0
Remi Lawal’s relationships are very intriguing.
Her life generally gives you some food for thought especially when it comes to being a wife and mother in those times.
I relate to how Remi could be very friendly. Her friendship with Frances Cooke is also an integral part of this story. However, her husband believing that Frances was a spy is something I find very laughable.
This is the first of Sefi Atta’s books I’m reading and I’m really looking forward to reading more.
I like the anecdotal references in the story and I thoroughly enjoyed this book.
Her life generally gives you some food for thought especially when it comes to being a wife and mother in those times.
I relate to how Remi could be very friendly. Her friendship with Frances Cooke is also an integral part of this story. However, her husband believing that Frances was a spy is something I find very laughable.
This is the first of Sefi Atta’s books I’m reading and I’m really looking forward to reading more.
I like the anecdotal references in the story and I thoroughly enjoyed this book.
shanthereader's review
challenging
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
jesujuwonlo's review against another edition
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
an_tonia's review against another edition
Hat mich auch nach 120 Seiten nicht gekriegt.