Andree 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?

Andree Miller Laura;
I think you need to re-read with a different lens as your assessment as stated in your question is incorrect.
Even if your assessment is correct …moreLaura;
I think you need to re-read with a different lens as your assessment as stated in your question is incorrect.
Even if your assessment is correct it is an author's prerogative to write and tell a story for their vantage point.
Happy reading.(less)

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