I Do Not Come to You by Chance book review Book Details Introduction I Do Not Come to You by Chance is a genuinely enthralling novel that follows the journey of Kingsley (Kings) Ibe, a well-brought-up and hardworking young man struggling to find employment after university. Living in poverty with his family, Kingsley faces numerous challenges until he reconnects with his uncle Boniface, also known as “Cash Daddy.” What follows is a gripping, deeply layered story about survival, family, morality, and the realities of navigating a failing economic system. I Do Not Come to You by Chance book review seeks to uncover these intricacies. Summary of the Book The novel opens…

Author: Aida EdemariamPublished: 2018Formats Available: Kindle, Audible, Paperback, HardbackSetting: Ethiopia The Wife’s Tale book review Introduction Aida Edemariam’s The Wife’s Tale: A Personal History is a profoundly moving and beautifully written biography that brings to life the remarkable journey of Yetemegnu, the author’s grandmother. Set in Ethiopia, the book spans nearly a century, capturing the personal and political transformations that shaped Yetemegnu’s life. Book Summary The Wife’s Tale book review unpacks Yetemegnu’s life. Married off at a shockingly young age—less than ten years old—Yetemegnu became the wife of an influential priest and community leader, a man much older than her who called her “my child.” He was intelligent and composed, both…

Author: Nana Darkoa Sekyiamah First Published: 2021 Available Formats: Kindle, Audible, Hardcover, Paperback Version Read: Audiobook, narrated by Maria Gbeleyi, Rachel Adedeji, and Sara Powell Book Review Introduction “Freedom – I feel most free when I am myself: stripped of all pretenses, lounging naked on my bed, my boobies freely rolling wherever they choose.” Nana Darkoa Sekyiamah’s The Sex Lives of African Women is a phenomenal book that delves into themes of self-discovery, agency, identity, and the deeply personal journeys of African women navigating sex, love, and relationships. It touches on an incredible range of intersectional topics—non-heteronormativity, disability, long-distance relationships, online dating, marriage, polyamory, polygamy, religion, culture, spirituality, and much more.…

Author: Damilare Kuku (Nigerian author and actress)Publication Date: 2021Available Formats: Audible, Paperback, Kindle, and Hardcover Book Review Introduction Nearly All the Men in Lagos Are Mad – What a title! I was immediately drawn to this book just by its name—I was curious to find out why nearly all the men in Lagos were “mad”! I habitually never read blurbs before diving into a book, so titles play a significant role in my reading choices. This one intrigued me, and I suspected it would explore relationships and everything that comes with them and the realities of dating in Nigeria. Summary This collection of 12 short stories did not disappoint! Each one…

Author: Chimamanda Ngozi AdichieAvailable Formats: Kindle (£0.00), Audible (£1.74)Format Read: AudibleYear Published: 2021 When I first started reading The Visit, I was a little confused. Like most books I read, I went in blind—no previews, no reviews—just an open mind. But within a few pages, I realized what was happening, and I absolutely loved it! Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie flips the script in this thought-provoking short story. The Visit follows Obina, a house husband with a successful wife, as he receives a visit from an old friend who now lives in America. Obina is unemployed, staying at home to care for their children while his wife works long hours, often away with…