What's Next? discussion

New novel from the author of Americanah", "Purple Hibiscus" and "Half of a Yellow Sun", and her first work of fiction in over 10 years.

The story is mostly set b/t Nigeria and the US and covers the relationship between 4 Nigerian women, alternating points of view - their dreams, careers, relationships and families. The story also touches on challenges of being an immigrant and the pros and cons of assimilation.

Fans of the author will enjoy reading her prose again. Themes are complicated, however, reflecting an increasingly messy world. Grief (or sadness) and death overhang the novel, reflecting experiences in and around the Covid pandemic, plus the author's personal life.

The book is uneven, with some threads stronger than others, and perhaps could have been blended more. 3.5 rounded up.