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Aug 08, 2013 rated it really liked it
Although the story itself is not very cheery, the telling is vivid. The author does an excellent job of conveying the culture of the Ibos and also life in Lagos. The dilemmas the mother faces are aptly portrayed and you can't help but sympathize with her. ...more
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