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307 pages • first pub 2003 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781565123878
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: Algonquin Books
Publication date: 30 October 2003
Description
Fifteen-year-old Kambili and her older brother Jaja lead a privileged life in Enugu, Nigeria. They live in a beautiful house, with a caring family, and attend an exclusive missionary school. They're completely shielded from the troubles of the wor...
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Moods
emotional: 83%
sad: 60%
reflective: 54%
dark: 45%
tense: 40%
challenging: 39%
hopeful: 26%
inspiring: 15%
informative: 12%
adventurous: 3%
funny: 2%
mysterious: 1%
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Plot or character driven?
Strong character development?
Loveable characters?
Diverse cast of characters?
Flaws of characters a main focus?
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Graphic
Domestic abuse, Child abuse, Physical abuseModerate
Miscarriage, Religious bigotry, Death of parentMinor
Pregnancy, Racism307 pages • first pub 2003 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781565123878
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: Algonquin Books
Publication date: 30 October 2003
Description
Fifteen-year-old Kambili and her older brother Jaja lead a privileged life in Enugu, Nigeria. They live in a beautiful house, with a caring family, and attend an exclusive missionary school. They're completely shielded from the troubles of the wor...
Community Reviews
Moods
emotional: 83%
sad: 60%
reflective: 54%
dark: 45%
tense: 40%
challenging: 39%
hopeful: 26%
inspiring: 15%
informative: 12%
adventurous: 3%
funny: 2%
mysterious: 1%
Pace
Plot or character driven?
Strong character development?
Loveable characters?
Diverse cast of characters?
Flaws of characters a main focus?
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Domestic abuse, Child abuse, Physical abuseModerate
Miscarriage, Religious bigotry, Death of parentMinor
Pregnancy, Racism