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Jollof Rice and Other Revolutions: A Novel in Interlocking Stories
by Omolola Ijeoma Ogunyemi
challenging
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
An outstanding collection of interlocking stories that work together to create an epic tale — reflecting, revealing, and projecting the experiences of a few generations of Nigerian women, with a core group of friends at the heart. I had no idea where each story was going, no idea where the whole would end up, and was completely fascinated by the entire journey. Definitely pick this up if you're a fan of connected short stories, family epics, world lit, diverse voices, literary fiction, vibrant women's fiction, or evocative writing with a strong sense of place. The audiobook is also excellent, bringing the characters to life and establishing an even stronger sense of continuity and connection to the whole experience.
Graphic: Child death, Xenophobia, Police brutality, Grief
Moderate: Addiction, Confinement, Death, Emotional abuse, Infertility, Sexual assault, Violence, Forced institutionalization, Blood, Medical content, Kidnapping, Colonisation, Injury/Injury detail, Classism
Minor: Animal cruelty, Chronic illness, Slavery, Car accident