Felicia answers “I am reading Americanah, and I'm about...”

A Goodreads user asked this question about Americanah:

I am reading Americanah, and I'm about half way through. If, for the protagonist, Nigeria is 100 % good, and the USA is 100% bad, why come to the States?

Felicia Not everyone always has a choice. I don't like living in London, but I can't go back to Italy and simply live off my mother's pension, so I stay here …moreNot everyone always has a choice. I don't like living in London, but I can't go back to Italy and simply live off my mother's pension, so I stay here and keep being financially independent. Your question seems to come from a place of privilege. I hope this beautifully written novel thought you something about immigration, hardship and hope.(less)

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