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The Joys of Motherhood: A Novel by Buchi Emecheta, Stephane Robolin
3 reviews
serendipitysbooks's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
The Joys of Mothehood outlines an experience of marriage and motherhood that was anything but joyful. This Nigerian novel is set in the 1930s-1950s, and its depiction of the impact of patriarchy, polygamy and misogyny on the life of Nnu Ego was compelling, infuriating and heartbreaking. The impact of colonisation was evident and this story also highlighted other issues including ethnic divisions within Nigeria, urbanisation, class, wealth and, of course, gender roles. Sadly this is not an uplifting story but a powerful, important and worthwhile one.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Misogyny, Child death, Domestic abuse, and Grief
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts
annikareads_'s review against another edition
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Misogyny, Child death, Colonisation, Infertility, Sexism, and Pregnancy
Moderate: Domestic abuse, Alcohol, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide attempt, Toxic relationship, and Miscarriage
incigiru's review against another edition
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Misogyny
Moderate: Child death, Death, Death of parent, Suicide attempt, and Suicidal thoughts
Minor: Alcoholism, Domestic abuse, and Racism
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