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Americanah, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

I have another African American based book for you guys! I did not want to put this book down! I read it every second I could. “Americanah” is a novel that tells the story of a young Nigerian woman, Ifemelu, who migrates to America to attend college. The novel focuses on her life in America and Nigeria, along with her love interest from a young age, Obinze. Chimamanda tells the beautiful story of life in Nigeria along with adjusting to the accommodations of America. She tells a love story that is problematic and raw, along with providing context to the historical aspect of Nigeria and America during a specific time period and why many wanted to leave Nigeria for America. We get a taste of the lives of the people in Nigeria and having to assimilate to new culture. What I enjoyed most about this book was how relatable and understanding it could be for others. Chimamanda provides a real and passionate story that readers will love. She brings historical context to life with her engaging storyline and characters. It is quite lengthy, but it is all worth it. 

😩 that empty feeling when you finish a good book! Now what?! I want more! #chimamandangoziadichie #americanah #ifemelu #obinze #naija