The Visit by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

20 pages first pub 2021 (editions)

fiction science fiction short stories reflective fast-paced

Description

As a powerful matriarchy reshapes the world, two men—old friends—confront the past and future in a bracing speculative short story by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, author of Americanah. One night in Lagos, two former friends reunite. Obinna is a du...

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Community Reviews Summary of 726 reviews

Moods

reflective 81%
challenging 26%
emotional 18%
sad 14%
tense 13%
dark 10%
funny 9%
inspiring 8%
informative 5%
adventurous 4%
mysterious 3%
hopeful 2%
lighthearted 2%

Pace

fast 57%
medium 29%
slow 13%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 57% | A mix: 24% | Plot: 13% | N/A: 4%

Strong character development?

No: 55% | It's complicated: 21% | Yes: 16% | N/A: 6%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 46% | No: 30% | Yes: 15% | N/A: 7%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 57% | No: 27% | It's complicated: 9% | N/A: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 44% | No: 26% | It's complicated: 22% | N/A: 6%

Average rating

3.64

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