6/20/2023 0 Comments Purple hibiscus book buy![]() The book is powerful and the words parsimonious. The father was cruel like the white men who had trained him. The character of the aunt was my favorite. ![]() ![]() The writing doesn’t have any literary flaws. She’s found a perfect balance of being sufficiently descriptive while never allowing them to become tedious. The description of Nigeria makes the reader get a first-hand experience of life in Nigeria. The author has done a masterful job of presenting multi-dimensional characters in a realistic world. In unfolding her story, she introduces the reader to the customs, foods, and many other aspects of Nigerian life. Kambili’s and Jaja’s life changes when they visit their Aunt’s house for a few days where money and comfort are less but you are allowed to laugh and voice your own opinion.Īdichie has very beautifully described the downfall of the family both in Enugu and in Nsukka, drawing the reader gradually towards an extraordinary tragic ending. His father, though loving, rich and generous, is a Catholic fanatic and a strict disciplinarian at home often resorting to violence at home. The story is narrated by Kambili, who is a 15 year old girl from Nigeria and lives with her Mother, father and younger brother. ![]() ![]() This book has everything that you would expect from a feminist author of the 3rd world- Domestic violence, religious fanaticism, sexual awakening, forbidden love and dysfunctional families. This was my second book by Adichie and I found it much better than the Americanah. ![]()
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