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dark
emotional
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
It's rare to find a collection of short stories where every one is excellent. I read this all in one sitting and thoroughly enjoyed it.
There's a blend of horror and magical realism. All of which is very unsettling. My favorites were:
"Manifest" (what an opener)
"The Hollow" (love uncanny architecture)
"24, Alhaji Williams Street" (leaves me speechless)
I loved this collection despite having no familiarity with Nigerian culture or language. I imagine it would be all the better with the added context.
There's a blend of horror and magical realism. All of which is very unsettling. My favorites were:
"Manifest" (what an opener)
"The Hollow" (love uncanny architecture)
"24, Alhaji Williams Street" (leaves me speechless)
I loved this collection despite having no familiarity with Nigerian culture or language. I imagine it would be all the better with the added context.
Content Warnings
Minor: Addiction, Alcoholism, Animal death, Bullying, Child death, Death, Domestic abuse, Infidelity, Mental illness, Misogyny, Pedophilia, Grief, Car accident