Under Man's Spell
by
J.K. Muta (Goodreads Author)
Inspired by true events, this story interweaves the lives of several families living traditional lives in the heart of Africa, and shows the disturbing impact of dogmatic tradition and superstition on individuals and communities. Children are forced to marry men older than their fathers; two, three or even more wives is considered normal, and have to vie for their husband'...more
Paperback, 204 pages
Published
July 1st 2009
by Authorhouse
Friend Reviews
To see what your friends thought of this book,
please sign up.
This book is not yet featured on Listopia.
Add this book to your favorite list »
Community Reviews
(showing
1-30
of
38)
Dedicated "to all the women who are striving to empower themselves and others," Under Man’s Spell is a powerful fictional account (though based on true events in Tanzania) of the struggle by women to become independent of the men who "own them, so they can become respected members of their communities.
The novel introduces and follows several families’ lives in an unnamed African country; the families in the novel are linked by blood lines and marriage. The main theme of the story is the impact t...more
The novel introduces and follows several families’ lives in an unnamed African country; the families in the novel are linked by blood lines and marriage. The main theme of the story is the impact t...more
Apr 07, 2010
Adrianna
rated it
1 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
Mature Adults
Recommended to Adrianna by:
Goodreads Giveaways
Initially, I was very excited to have won Under Man's Spell as my first Goodreads Giveaway novel because it closely described the types of literature I read and study at college. I'm fascinated by the postcolonial worlds and having read contemporary pieces by Chinua Achebe and Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, to name a couple, I was excited to see what former Tanzania resident J.K. Muta had to offer.
From the very first chapter, I realized this was not the type of book which could compete with authors I...more
From the very first chapter, I realized this was not the type of book which could compete with authors I...more
Author JK Muta weaves an emotional and social awareness novel Under Man’s Spell. I want to acknowledge the event that takes place in Under Man’s Spell is based on actual events and/or practices in Tanzania, Africa. The emotional and spiritual battles these women, Pili, and Esta endured is simply heart wrenching; as readers will witness with these strong and tenacious women.
Admittedly, I had to stop reading several time to offer up prayers of thankfullness, as I was blaringly, aware of how bless...more
Admittedly, I had to stop reading several time to offer up prayers of thankfullness, as I was blaringly, aware of how bless...more
My first impression through the first half of this book, was that the men in this country should all have been sterilized, to end the entire race/misery that kept perpetuating in this culture! As the rest of the story unfolded, a GLIMMER of hope for these people began. I guess changes in cultures take many, many years......... but it is shocking to think this is going on today! I did enjoy the book........ it just was very unsettling. I am so glad I won this on First Reads.
Aug 17, 2009
Elaine
added it
2170
1984
1984
May 04, 2013
Amadeus
marked it as to-read
Sep 11, 2012
Sunshineamthauer
marked it as to-read
May 07, 2012
Beverly Thomas-Brewer
added it
Feb 20, 2012
Brittany
marked it as to-read
Sep 16, 2011
Alison
marked it as to-read
Jul 03, 2011
Sophie
marked it as to-read
Jun 17, 2011
Lauren
marked it as to-read
Dec 27, 2010
Cori
marked it as to-read
Jul 30, 2010
Tawny Main
marked it as to-read
Apr 08, 2010
Susan
marked it as to-read
Mar 31, 2010
Heather
marked it as to-read
Mar 22, 2010
Hadiya
marked it as to-read
Mar 03, 2010
candy
marked it as to-read
Jan 31, 2010
Valerie
marked it as to-read
Mar 03, 2013
Vy
added it
Oct 09, 2009
Cammie
marked it as to-read
Sep 15, 2009
Krissie
marked it as to-read
Sep 14, 2009
Karen
marked it as to-read
Sep 10, 2009
J.M.
marked it as wishlist
There are no discussion topics on this book yet.
Be the first to start one »
J.K. Muta was born in Tanzania where she received her education through high school. She then moved to United States, where she attended college. She graduated from Upper Iowa University. J.K. Muta is the author of Among Us and Under Man's Spell. She is currently residing in the State of North Carolina.
More about J.K. Muta...
Share This Book
No trivia or quizzes yet. Add some now »

Loading...
view 2 comments










