nelsbels 's review for:

Americanah by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
4.25
emotional reflective tense medium-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

Ifemelu's perspective is one I've never read before in fiction, and it's clear that Adichie writes from experience. The characters are complex, with a healthy mix of endearing and frustrating qualities. The ending felt disappointing yet representative of real life. Not quite as powerful as Adichie's other works in my opinion, but overall a great read.