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The Last Days at Forcados High School
A funny and brutally honest story about tolerance, self-discovery, family, friendship and life on the brink of adulthood.
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95 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 20, 2013
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April 13, 2022
I first read this book in 2016, I was 15 years old, and I had a habit of devouring books as quickly as possible. If you had asked me for a rating back then, I'd give you a very beautiful 5 stars. This is 2022, I'm 21 years old. 6 years later this book gets 1 star from me.
I'm not saying it's a bad book, if you're 15 at heart and uninformed about the way the world works I guess it's fine for you to be offended at my review 🥴. But let's keep in mind that my reading tastes have evolved since I was 15 and between the time frame I'm sure I've read more than the books accounted for on my profile.
First of all, I don't exactly understand the plot, what's the main issue in this book? What's the main area of focus? I don't know. It was quite bland for me really and truly.
The character development, ẹjọ, kilosele? What's happening. Why would the protagonist of a story who is the model boy be behaving like a goat!
Why is efua rude? There's no backstory as to why she's rude till the end of the book!
A lot of things were happening without a reason for the occurrence of said "happening".
Nene is annoying,💀 very annoying with her kiss ass behaviour, you can't be too surprised she decided to do a whole Judas Iscariot on Efua.
Wole is just an unecessary being, and in what world does a single parent leave his two underaged children in his house to take care of themselves?!😭
Nigerian parents can be negligent, but that's too negligent.
Wole was just there to be the bad guy in the corner, that's it.
And why was I reading about the description of mango tree, and high school children having parties, in this Nigeria? Ehennnn🥴.
It's giving white public school in Nigeria vibes 😭, and as a Nigerian, no
Please no.
The important areas that were supposed to be touched were brushed over lightly, sexual assault, bullying, Gender identity crisis, loss of a loved one, low self esteem issues, child negligence, and drug abuse.
I still don't understand what I liked about this book then.
Oh well
Please keep in mind that this is my perspective on the book MY PERSPECTIVE. If you chat me shit I'll deck you, and that's on God🙏🏾😂
I'm not saying it's a bad book, if you're 15 at heart and uninformed about the way the world works I guess it's fine for you to be offended at my review 🥴. But let's keep in mind that my reading tastes have evolved since I was 15 and between the time frame I'm sure I've read more than the books accounted for on my profile.
First of all, I don't exactly understand the plot, what's the main issue in this book? What's the main area of focus? I don't know. It was quite bland for me really and truly.
The character development, ẹjọ, kilosele? What's happening. Why would the protagonist of a story who is the model boy be behaving like a goat!
Why is efua rude? There's no backstory as to why she's rude till the end of the book!
A lot of things were happening without a reason for the occurrence of said "happening".
Nene is annoying,💀 very annoying with her kiss ass behaviour, you can't be too surprised she decided to do a whole Judas Iscariot on Efua.
Wole is just an unecessary being, and in what world does a single parent leave his two underaged children in his house to take care of themselves?!😭
Nigerian parents can be negligent, but that's too negligent.
Wole was just there to be the bad guy in the corner, that's it.
And why was I reading about the description of mango tree, and high school children having parties, in this Nigeria? Ehennnn🥴.
It's giving white public school in Nigeria vibes 😭, and as a Nigerian, no
Please no.
The important areas that were supposed to be touched were brushed over lightly, sexual assault, bullying, Gender identity crisis, loss of a loved one, low self esteem issues, child negligence, and drug abuse.
I still don't understand what I liked about this book then.
Oh well
Please keep in mind that this is my perspective on the book MY PERSPECTIVE. If you chat me shit I'll deck you, and that's on God🙏🏾😂
November 18, 2015
A. H. Mohammed's The Last Days at Forcados High School is a novel for teenagers that emphasizes the essence of family and friendship. It presents the bittersweet experience of young Jimi Solade, who is in his final year in high school, his experience with his family and friends.
There is the roguish Wole (Jimi's elder brother), the artistic Ansa, the devout Nene, the beautiful but mysterious Efua, and so many other interesting characters.
It is a novel I will recommend for every teenager, a novel that is simple and didactic.
There is the roguish Wole (Jimi's elder brother), the artistic Ansa, the devout Nene, the beautiful but mysterious Efua, and so many other interesting characters.
It is a novel I will recommend for every teenager, a novel that is simple and didactic.
January 15, 2015
cool. Jimi Solade is woken up by his brother Wole. He is so happy to see him as Wole is not always around because of some crime he committed. Jimi rushes to prepare for school as it is the first day of the school year and he was going to be in SS3. He comes to take his breakfast when suddenly his father walks in, seeing Wole , flares up. His wife Mrs Solade pleads with him to forgive Wole (we are made to understand that Wole had forged his father’s signature and made away with a lot of money leaving his father almost bankrupt).
Jimi gets to school with his best friend Ansa just before the Morning Assembly. As the students march into their classroom, jimi is seen to be everyone’s favorite boy. He is said to be smart and friendly. Ansa his friend is only good at Painting.
Jimi gets to school with his best friend Ansa just before the Morning Assembly. As the students march into their classroom, jimi is seen to be everyone’s favorite boy. He is said to be smart and friendly. Ansa his friend is only good at Painting.
July 14, 2021
I was 12 when I read this book first and in Junior high school, I reread 2019 a year before i graduated and it was the perfect coming of age and Nigerian school experience book, it managed to arouse all sorts of emotions from me too
November 9, 2022
This book is okay. I read it when I was 10 or 11( can’t really remember) and I loved it. Now I’m 16 and I’ve read more books so compared to other literary works this book is interesting but the plot is flimsy and see through. The book had the potential to be something more profound but it just wasn’t. It didn’t really depict Nigeria the way it is. Talking about parties and volunteering and stuff the way he did just wasn’t Nigerian- ish.
That aside the book was good enough. I had a giant crush on Jimi since the first time I read the book. He’s a really dope and talented character. He and efua were a cool ship also.
This book is the one for you if you’re looking to read something not too deep but interesting.
That aside the book was good enough. I had a giant crush on Jimi since the first time I read the book. He’s a really dope and talented character. He and efua were a cool ship also.
This book is the one for you if you’re looking to read something not too deep but interesting.
October 6, 2020
The Last Days at Forcados High School.
I got this book from my siblings, heard they read it in preparation for an exam Jamb-Joint Admissions Matriculation Board, an exam in Nigeria which enables you to get admission into a higher institution.
This was a really great read, short finished it in one day, but interesting and filled with a lot of lessons. The writers style was fluid and I really loved it. I actually wanted more.
Jimi is a bright student, athlete, all round perfect kid. In his finals at his secondary school, Forcados High, we are taken through his ordeals as a finalist.
His life has been perfect until now, he sees all that glitters ain't gold. From his senior brothers crazy lifestyle, to his dad's stifled relationship with his family, to his mums health problems. Life deals him a heavy blow and at the end he has to learn how to survive and be better.
I loved this book, I could relate completely to some of the characters, from having friends who I felt were better than myself, to being an outcast as a student due to certain acts I supposedly committed or crimes against me.
I also loved how the author expressed some strong themes in form of advices /lessons to the young minds; rape, love, family, health conditions like asthma, cancer, the girl child and her travails, and so many others.
A totally great read for the young minds, you should definitely read this as well as give a child today.
I got this book from my siblings, heard they read it in preparation for an exam Jamb-Joint Admissions Matriculation Board, an exam in Nigeria which enables you to get admission into a higher institution.
This was a really great read, short finished it in one day, but interesting and filled with a lot of lessons. The writers style was fluid and I really loved it. I actually wanted more.
Jimi is a bright student, athlete, all round perfect kid. In his finals at his secondary school, Forcados High, we are taken through his ordeals as a finalist.
His life has been perfect until now, he sees all that glitters ain't gold. From his senior brothers crazy lifestyle, to his dad's stifled relationship with his family, to his mums health problems. Life deals him a heavy blow and at the end he has to learn how to survive and be better.
I loved this book, I could relate completely to some of the characters, from having friends who I felt were better than myself, to being an outcast as a student due to certain acts I supposedly committed or crimes against me.
I also loved how the author expressed some strong themes in form of advices /lessons to the young minds; rape, love, family, health conditions like asthma, cancer, the girl child and her travails, and so many others.
A totally great read for the young minds, you should definitely read this as well as give a child today.
April 28, 2023
I read this book when I was 12 years old, I could smell the air being described when I read this book.
My favourite part was when they were walking on the street after the police and agbero clash. The way the author described it reach close to home.
The part I adore was the ending when Jimi and Ansa were laughing .
My favourite part was when they were walking on the street after the police and agbero clash. The way the author described it reach close to home.
The part I adore was the ending when Jimi and Ansa were laughing .
February 13, 2015
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February 28, 2026
The Last Days at Forcados High School offers a funny yet brutally honest tale about tolerance, self-discovery, family, friendship, and the challenges of approaching adulthood. It’s an engaging read for a fifteen-year-old, though those looking to critique it may have varying opinions - perhaps regarding the plot or other elements.
(Whether you read this for JAMB or stumbled upon it another way, I'd love to hear your thoughts on what lingers in your memory about the book. 📌📍💯)
One vivid memory I have is of Efua's powerful defense of Jimi Solade after the robbery incidence. Her manner of speaking brings to mind Max's defense of Bigger Thomas in "Native Son." :)) The book cleverly illustrates how she brings both joy and sorrow to Jimi's life. Jimi, at sixteen, is portrayed as the quintessential all-rounder—health prefect, athletic club captain, top student in chemistry, and a talented footballer. He garners admiration, not envy, with girls finding him attractive. His best friend, Ansa Izaegbegbe, is his complete opposite - short and thin, yet their friendship defies their differences. Ansa often thinks, "Some people have all the luck," reflecting the dynamics of their relationship.
The rest of the narrative unfolds their adventures alongside classmates in their final year of school.
P.S.: I'm sure I read the book more than five times between 2014 and 2020. I usually saw it around when I returned home from the university for long break, and I just picked it randomly to read :))
(Whether you read this for JAMB or stumbled upon it another way, I'd love to hear your thoughts on what lingers in your memory about the book. 📌📍💯)
One vivid memory I have is of Efua's powerful defense of Jimi Solade after the robbery incidence. Her manner of speaking brings to mind Max's defense of Bigger Thomas in "Native Son." :)) The book cleverly illustrates how she brings both joy and sorrow to Jimi's life. Jimi, at sixteen, is portrayed as the quintessential all-rounder—health prefect, athletic club captain, top student in chemistry, and a talented footballer. He garners admiration, not envy, with girls finding him attractive. His best friend, Ansa Izaegbegbe, is his complete opposite - short and thin, yet their friendship defies their differences. Ansa often thinks, "Some people have all the luck," reflecting the dynamics of their relationship.
The rest of the narrative unfolds their adventures alongside classmates in their final year of school.
P.S.: I'm sure I read the book more than five times between 2014 and 2020. I usually saw it around when I returned home from the university for long break, and I just picked it randomly to read :))
July 13, 2026
Being a teenager comes with a lot of challenges, challenges so complex that the teenager is forced by the brute force of opposition to indulge in resolves and exuberances that often cascade to disastrous dilemma. Last Days At Forcados High School tells of this instance through the experiences of Jimi, his brother Kole, and also Efua as part of the pivot that the story evolves.
Jimi Solade is a brilliant,smart, charming high school finalist and his last days at Forcados High School became a starting point of challenges new to him . Starting from his brother's immoral behaviors,his father's nonchalance and neglect to his mother death from ovarian cancer, Jimi suddenly evolves to be an unannounced pillar to support his already broken family and likewise balance his education and crush on Efua.
A series of even plays out that tests Jimi strength ,but in the end what seems to be an end became a passage to happy new beginning. I love the straightforwardness and simplicity at which each story was presented,it gives the reader a space for relatability in matters of emotion and understanding with the characters. This book is a romance and thriller in one.
Jimi Solade is a brilliant,smart, charming high school finalist and his last days at Forcados High School became a starting point of challenges new to him . Starting from his brother's immoral behaviors,his father's nonchalance and neglect to his mother death from ovarian cancer, Jimi suddenly evolves to be an unannounced pillar to support his already broken family and likewise balance his education and crush on Efua.
A series of even plays out that tests Jimi strength ,but in the end what seems to be an end became a passage to happy new beginning. I love the straightforwardness and simplicity at which each story was presented,it gives the reader a space for relatability in matters of emotion and understanding with the characters. This book is a romance and thriller in one.
September 14, 2025
The Last Days at Forcados High by A.H. Mohammed is a nostalgic, heartfelt story about friendship, adolescence, and the bittersweet end of school life. The novel follows students as they navigate the pressures of exams, relationships, and personal growth during their final days at Forcados High.
Mohammed’s writing is engaging, capturing the humor, anxieties, and small triumphs of teenage life with authenticity and warmth. The story explores themes of loyalty, ambition, and self-discovery, reflecting the universal experiences of growing up and saying goodbye to familiar places and people.
It is a touching, relatable, and reflective read that evokes both laughter and quiet contemplation, perfect for anyone who remembers the intensity of their school years.
Mohammed’s writing is engaging, capturing the humor, anxieties, and small triumphs of teenage life with authenticity and warmth. The story explores themes of loyalty, ambition, and self-discovery, reflecting the universal experiences of growing up and saying goodbye to familiar places and people.
It is a touching, relatable, and reflective read that evokes both laughter and quiet contemplation, perfect for anyone who remembers the intensity of their school years.
January 24, 2025
People hyped this book so much fr, and I’ve been trying to read it for like a year and a half now, finally got to read it and I have to say…..I’m beyond disappointed.
This books lacks any inkling of forethought whatsoever, everything just reeks of inconsistencies; horrible dialogue, no plot AT ALL! It just felt like the author was going with the flow. If I had read this book before now, my review will be a different one entirely, maybe just maybe this book was really meant for readers under 18. Cause for the average adult reader it just isn’t it and I’m not implying that the book was a bad one, it just isn’t what you’d call “quality material”.
This books lacks any inkling of forethought whatsoever, everything just reeks of inconsistencies; horrible dialogue, no plot AT ALL! It just felt like the author was going with the flow. If I had read this book before now, my review will be a different one entirely, maybe just maybe this book was really meant for readers under 18. Cause for the average adult reader it just isn’t it and I’m not implying that the book was a bad one, it just isn’t what you’d call “quality material”.
February 14, 2026
This book was a blessing and will always remain one. I'd forever be grateful for the gift of this book. For a fifteen-year-old who has never seen her life reflected in Nigerian books, this book was the perfect mirror. I've always said that it wasn't a plot but rather the time this book came into our lives as secondary school students. It was a book most of us needed back then.
And generally, I can never describe this book as a bad book. It was an enjoyable and life-changing read. That scene of Efua and Jimi walking home late that evening on a busy road in Ibadan would always live rent-free in my head. Thank you, Mohammed, for giving us the mirror we needed back then.
And generally, I can never describe this book as a bad book. It was an enjoyable and life-changing read. That scene of Efua and Jimi walking home late that evening on a busy road in Ibadan would always live rent-free in my head. Thank you, Mohammed, for giving us the mirror we needed back then.
August 24, 2026
This book is a 10/10 for me. Any time i remember my tennage days, I am reminded of this book and filled with nostalgia.
The story is 10/10, For teenagers, and early adults, It is emotion evoking especially at the end. the letter at the end by Efua to jimi, essentailly sums up my emotion throughout the novel. And i can't forget the ending lines, it was something in the lines of 'Funny how something can make you laugh and cry at the same time'
Overall, I recommend this books for teenagers or anyone that also has interest in this Genre of books.
P.S. Dont go looking for plot holes, read to enjoy.
The story is 10/10, For teenagers, and early adults, It is emotion evoking especially at the end. the letter at the end by Efua to jimi, essentailly sums up my emotion throughout the novel. And i can't forget the ending lines, it was something in the lines of 'Funny how something can make you laugh and cry at the same time'
Overall, I recommend this books for teenagers or anyone that also has interest in this Genre of books.
P.S. Dont go looking for plot holes, read to enjoy.
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February 14, 2020Wow awesome thanks
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August 6, 2020it is interesting
November 11, 2020
I read this book 2 to 3 years ago, and I so much liked it. But where can I find it now? I really wanna read it again! 😥
Any recommendation?
Any recommendation?
February 21, 2021
This is very helpful and interesting book for all ages, especially young adults
April 24, 2021
A very interesting story
June 12, 2021
This is good and the novel make scene and it teaches us somethings we should know....
thanks
thanks
July 3, 2021
I absolutely love this novel! It's a quick-read and is definitely something you would read over and over again. At least... I did :')
Totally recommend it!
Totally recommend it!
January 24, 2022
i have to reread this
but i read this book multiple when I was 12 and I loved every part of it
but i read this book multiple when I was 12 and I loved every part of it
February 28, 2022
Loved the memories of secondary school it brought back.
May 19, 2022
This book although short, filled me with a lot of emotions. There are so many well written and relatable characters. It may feel rushed or at times plastic, but nevertheless, very enjoyable.
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July 5, 2022I'm yet to read . But I'm hoping for the best
July 7, 2022
I read this book six years ago. I just can't get it off my mind
August 31, 2022
I really love this novel when I read it in 2018. It's deserves all the five stars
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