A review by jupytwo
Under the Udala Trees by Chinelo Okparanta

dark emotional informative sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.25

“It’s not even God who’s making them do it. It’s the Church that has interpreted God’s words to its own benefit”.

Always learn where traditions come from before following them blindly. Religious trauma is infectious. 
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