This was a really beautiful portrayal of a slice of history (Uganda in the late 70s to early 80s) and the lives women led during those times. The heroine is remarkably relatable and the bulk of the book is spent exploring her relationships with her family and community. There's no plot per se - I would describe the book as a coming of age novel centering womanhood.

This was a slow and dense read for me. The prose is excellent, slow paced, and filled with critical details. Ultimately, this was beautiful and satisfying.