Too many books in one

Americanah by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

My rating: 3 of 5 stars


I found this book fascinating and frustrating in equal measure. While Adichie's observations on race and culture are endlessly interesting and illuminating, I felt like the narrative suffered. I found the book too long and Obinze's story too trite. And the love story? Not really believable on her side and not really part of the main story. I felt like there were several books in here swamped under social commentary. So, as much as I wanted to enjoy it, I did not find myself looking forward to continuing it. Way too long, but as I said, perhaps three books in here begging to be let out. Some of the writing is breathtaking, but not enough story for me.



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