In a world where we incessantly consume folktales from the Western world—tales of vampires, witches, werewolves, and shapeshifters—who is championing our own stories? Who is preserving the tales of the Orimili River, the Evil Forest, the Ani Nke Ozo, and the Ani Nchefu? I believe that “Don’t Answer When They Call Your Name” by Ukamaka […]
There were a few things that didn’t quite work for me in the book. I found it difficult to connect with the beehive experience, as it felt foreign to me. However, I appreciated that it served as a tool in
I felt that Farouq wasn’t fleshed out enough for me to get a real sense of his “personness” if that’s a word. Although I understand why this wasn’t a priority in the story.
The House of Shells is a book that manages to be both emotionally powerful and culturally insightful. Set in a small village in West Africa, the story follows the journey of a young girl named Kiku, as she navigates the complexities of friendship, family, and superstition. Through Kiku’s eyes, readers are transported to a world […]
