The Polygamist by Sue Nyathi

The Polygamist

Sue Nyathi

193 pages first pub 2012 (editions)

fiction contemporary emotional reflective slow-paced

Description

The Polygamist weaves a tale about four women whose lives become intertwined as a result of their love for one man. Set in modern-day Zimbabwe, the story is narrated through the four female protagonists. Joyce is the legitimate first wife of Jonas...

Read more

Community Reviews Summary of 19 reviews

Moods

emotional 50%
funny 50%
reflective 33%
relaxing 33%
adventurous 16%
dark 16%
informative 16%
lighthearted 16%
mysterious 16%
sad 16%
tense 16%

Pace

fast 66%
medium 33%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 60% | A mix: 40%

Strong character development?

Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 20%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 50% | No: 33% | Yes: 16%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

4.04

See all reviews...

Content Warnings

Submitted by users as part of their reviews

Expand filter menu View summary

See all...