Purple Hibiscus by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie: An Engrossing Tale of Family & Faith
Purple Hibiscus by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie is an engaging and captivating story of a family living in Nigeria under the oppressive military regime of General Sani Abacha. Set against the backdrop of political and social turmoil, it tells the tale of fifteen-year-old Kambili Achike and her struggle to find her voice within the confines of a traditional Nigerian home. Adichie’s remarkable debut novel is written with sensitivity, humor, and insight as she deftly explores the complex relationship between religion, culture, and politics in modern-day Nigeria. With its vivid description of characters and cultures, Purple Hibiscus is an incredibly powerful yet poignant read that will stay with readers long after they’ve finished it.