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Nervous Conditions by Tsitsi Dangarembga
3.75
emotional hopeful inspiring medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

Very engaging story following a young girl moving from her rural village to a mission school. Interesting exploration of adolescense and the stark differences between the poverty of her childhood and the educational opportunities available to her.