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This was a great read and very timely. Want to know one side of the immigrant experience in America? This is a good start.
First, the audiobook production of this novel is excellent: it includes a little Cameroonian singing (I assume), and excellent accent work by the narrator that really helps set the tone and clarify emotions that might otherwise be lost. However, this was a tough book. I enjoyed the specific details given about Cameroon and Cameroonian culture, and the immigration theme is timely. I felt uneasy with the class disparities the characters are all drowning in, in their individual ways, even though I’
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From the very first page, I liked Jendi. He's honest, has a strong work ethic, and he loves his family. His wife, Neni, was also a great character, and I loved how their relationship was portrayed. Neither of them were perfect, and they didn't always agree, but they had a deep love. Some of the contrasts in economic classes made me feel uncomfortable, as what the Edwards valued seemed shallow at times. I think the ending of this book would make for a great discussion at a book group. I would def
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Oct 12, 2016
Whitney Archer
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I loved this book - it made for a great audiobook. The characters are complex and subtle and I really appreciate the overall plot.
Jan 12, 2018
Malinda
marked it as to-read
