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A review by bukolayemi
Patience Is a Subtle Thief by Abi Ishola-Ayodeji
emotional
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
June 12 1993 - MKO Abiola - if you were living in Nigeria at this time, you will remember where you were when you heard the news of the annulment of the election results.
We follow Patience, an eighteen year old daughter of a rich and influential politician in Ibadan as she tries to make her way in a politically unstable Nigeria. Her search for her mother and belonging is a consistent thread throughout the book.
Characters from different works of life, politicians, area boys, students and fraudsters, so well written that o found myself understanding their motivations.
An easy and enjoyable read which I enjoyed even more because it is partly set in the area of Lagos I grew up in.
We follow Patience, an eighteen year old daughter of a rich and influential politician in Ibadan as she tries to make her way in a politically unstable Nigeria. Her search for her mother and belonging is a consistent thread throughout the book.
Characters from different works of life, politicians, area boys, students and fraudsters, so well written that o found myself understanding their motivations.
An easy and enjoyable read which I enjoyed even more because it is partly set in the area of Lagos I grew up in.