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4.0 AVERAGE
4.0 AVERAGE
This was a DNF for me. 2,5 stars rounded to 2. This book had so much potential but it was poorly executed.
A collection of 12 short stories and I stopped reading at 9. Was interesting at first but it gradually turns suuuper boring because while each and every story is different, 1) the stories are so similarly structured and 2) almost all of it is about cheating men. Also hated the unnecessary sex scene in almost every chapter.
I did enjoy the way Kuku tries to reflect on and criticize patriarchy, marriage, and modern dating culture, though. Also liked how this book reminds me so much of Jakarta men. But that's about it.
A collection of 12 short stories and I stopped reading at 9. Was interesting at first but it gradually turns suuuper boring because while each and every story is different, 1) the stories are so similarly structured and 2) almost all of it is about cheating men. Also hated the unnecessary sex scene in almost every chapter.
I did enjoy the way Kuku tries to reflect on and criticize patriarchy, marriage, and modern dating culture, though. Also liked how this book reminds me so much of Jakarta men. But that's about it.
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
emotional
fast-paced
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
N/A
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
N/A
I picked up this book as a recommendation, therefore I had no clue what to expect.
My first surprise was that it is a collection of short stories. This came as a delight as I particularly enjoy short stories collection. It gives one a sense of the different stories an author can tell. Since they're short, one also gets premium satisfaction.
My second surprise was the sex. There are a lot of explicit scenes in almost all the stories, I thought I was reading erotica. So ermmm....
And finally, the title is quite misleading (for me. anyway). Although set in various parts of Lagos, the part about it being 'men' isn't quite true as the book shows. Nearly everyone in Lagos is mad. But I guess it's just a reflection of a society that's is quickly losing its values.
All in all, captivating read, very Nigerian, and funny in some places, also very sad if you're the sort to think about it.
My first surprise was that it is a collection of short stories. This came as a delight as I particularly enjoy short stories collection. It gives one a sense of the different stories an author can tell. Since they're short, one also gets premium satisfaction.
My second surprise was the sex. There are a lot of explicit scenes in almost all the stories, I thought I was reading erotica. So ermmm....
And finally, the title is quite misleading (for me. anyway). Although set in various parts of Lagos, the part about it being 'men' isn't quite true as the book shows. Nearly everyone in Lagos is mad. But I guess it's just a reflection of a society that's is quickly losing its values.
All in all, captivating read, very Nigerian, and funny in some places, also very sad if you're the sort to think about it.
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
dark
emotional
funny
lighthearted
sad
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
N/A
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Sexual violence
I have a love hate relationship with short stories, especially African ones. They always leave me wanting more!!! Idk if that’s a pro or a con but anyway, some were better than others but I’ll take it all the same
It was funny and refreshing,I absolutely love the short stories especially the anointed wife story when age addressed everyone as "Fellow Nigerians" that part made me laugh so hard