A review by jenmat1197
Kintu by Jennifer Nansubuga Makumbi
4.0
This multigenerational novel begins in 1750 in Uganda with the Kintu clan. It starts when Kintu Kidda, who is a governor, sets out to pledge his alligance to the new ruling family. On his way he sets in motion a curse that follows his family for generations. The book follows the family as they try to lift the curse generation after generation, trying to keep their family bound together even as they spread out and away from each other.
This was a good book. You really have to pay attention because the amount of characters are astounding. And trying to piece together whom belongs to whom is harrowing. It is a well told story, and well written, and gave me insight into some of the customs that take place in Uganda to rid families of what they believe is a curse. The story was captivating right from the beginning and worth a read.
This was a good book. You really have to pay attention because the amount of characters are astounding. And trying to piece together whom belongs to whom is harrowing. It is a well told story, and well written, and gave me insight into some of the customs that take place in Uganda to rid families of what they believe is a curse. The story was captivating right from the beginning and worth a read.