160 pages • first pub 2016 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781473662285
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Sceptre
Publication date: 19 April 2018
Description
A powerful and timely novel from ‘South Africa’s Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’ (Bookseller).When Masechaba finally achieves her childhood dream of becoming a doctor, her ambition is tested as she faces the stark reality of South Africa’s public health...
Community Reviews Summary of 204 reviews
Moods
emotional 61%
reflective 61%
challenging 55%
sad 55%
tense 27%
informative 22%
inspiring 5%
Pace
fast 31%
slow 12%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 76% | A mix: 23%Strong character development?
Yes: 57% | It's complicated: 21% | No: 21%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 57% | No: 28% | Yes: 14%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 92% | No: 7%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 69% | It's complicated: 23% | N/A: 7%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Rape, Medical content, Sexual violenceModerate
Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Schizophrenia/PsychosisMinor
Death, Pregnancy
160 pages • first pub 2016 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781473662285
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Sceptre
Publication date: 19 April 2018
Description
A powerful and timely novel from ‘South Africa’s Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’ (Bookseller).When Masechaba finally achieves her childhood dream of becoming a doctor, her ambition is tested as she faces the stark reality of South Africa’s public health...
Community Reviews Summary of 204 reviews
Moods
emotional 61%
reflective 61%
challenging 55%
sad 55%
tense 27%
informative 22%
inspiring 5%
Pace
fast 31%
slow 12%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 76% | A mix: 23%Strong character development?
Yes: 57% | It's complicated: 21% | No: 21%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 57% | No: 28% | Yes: 14%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 92% | No: 7%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 69% | It's complicated: 23% | N/A: 7%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Rape, Medical content, Sexual violenceModerate
Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Schizophrenia/PsychosisMinor
Death, Pregnancy