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Jollof Rice and Other Revolutions: A Novel in Interlocking Stories by Omolola Ijeoma Ogunyemi
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purplepenning's review
challenging
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.75
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: Police brutality, Grief, Child death, and Xenophobia
Moderate: Addiction, Confinement, Kidnapping, Blood, Infertility, Emotional abuse, Violence, Sexual assault, Classism, Colonisation, Death, Forced institutionalization, Injury/Injury detail, and Medical content
Minor: Chronic illness, Car accident, Slavery, and Animal cruelty
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