A review by michaelion
Arrow of God by Chinua Achebe

challenging informative slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

1.5

Ugh. What a drag. I think I hate classics.

I appreciate that of all three books, Ezeulu was less of a coward than Obi and Okonkwo. That was at least tolerable.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Racism, Colonisation, Death, Misogyny, and Religious bigotry

Moderate: Miscarriage, Addiction, Alcohol, Alcoholism, Domestic abuse, Drug use, Grief, Murder, Toxic relationship, and Violence

Minor: Genocide, Gun violence, Homophobia, and War

I tag homophobia because the f word was used at least three times in place of the word "maggots". Not sure what that's about. Also I consider religious assimilation as a form of cultural genocide.