This is a gripping story narrated by Kambili a fifteen year old Nigerian girl who lives a privileged life with her parents and brother, Jaja at Enugu. The family is however oppressed by the religious fanaticism of the father,Eugene, a kind and generous man, by all appearances. After Kambili and Jaja get to visit their Aunt in Nsukka, things begin to change in their home.

This is a book I will definitely recommend.

The detailed description given by the author, so that every scene is vividly painted in the reader's eye.

I loved the book from beginning to end.

Nostalgic. It took me back to my childhood days, and made me see that there isn't much difference in the way Nigerians and Ghanaians live.

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

The story is well told, and leaves no loose ends untied.

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