Month: November 2023
Night Dancer by Chika Unigwe
This book is real and portrays the one thing that many women still face today and feel too overwhelmed to fight.
The Wish by Nicholas Sparks
Nicolas Sparks illustrates the beauty of nature, and some are landmarks in the characters’ lives, all of them adding color to the story.
The Adventures of Amina al-Sirafi (The Adventures of Amina al-Sirafi #1) by S.A Chakraborty
Dragged into a mission well beyond her capabilities, she must acknowledge that sheer wits and brawn will not be enough to face this foe.
A Woman Is No Man by Etaf Rum
A Woman is No Man is an expertly penned novel that explores immigration, religion, culture, gender roles, and personal freedom.
10 Minutes 38 Seconds in This Strange World by Elif Shafak
Elif is so, so good! Sooo good and underrated. In fact, I’m going on an Elif Shafak readathon because what an author!
Maame by Jessica George
Jessica touched on significant themes in this book, like family, mental health, grief, and having to adult at a very young age.
Small Worlds by Caleb Azumah Nelson
So, twice in a row and twice as good- I am officially a Caleb Azumah Nelson fan, and he is on the top of my author recommendation list.
The Secret Lives of Baba Segi’s Wives By Lola Shoneyin
Baba Segi’s wives all led secret lives, and I loved how the author systematically wrote about it, which made me understand the story better and even enjoy it more.
The Death of Vivek Oji by Akwaeke Emezi
This is a gorgeously written story of identity, sexuality, love, grief, friendship, and the need to live the life you want, even in a country where doing so might be deadly.
Movie Review: Gangs of Lagos
Welcome to the gritty streets of Isale Eko, Lagos, where life is rough, and the only role models are thugs with their ill-gotten wealth.