Welcome to Lagos
Welcome to Lagos
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2017
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Lagos, Nigeria • 2010s
2017
Adult
18+ years
810
Super Short Summary
Welcome to Lagos by Chibundu Onuzo follows a diverse group of individuals who converge in the bustling city of Lagos. Each person carries unique backgrounds and aspirations, seeking new beginnings or escaping past troubles. Their intertwined journeys explore themes of survival, resilience, and the vibrant complexities of urban life in Nigeria’s largest city.
Gritty
Adventurous
Mysterious
Contemplative
Bittersweet
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Chibundu Onuzo's Welcome to Lagos is praised for its vivid portrayal of Nigerian life and complex, endearing characters. The narrative captures the hustle and vibrancy of Lagos, offering social and political insights. Criticisms include occasional plot predictability and a sometimes overcrowded cast. Overall, it's a compelling and thought-provoking read.
Who Should Read Welcome to Lagos?
A reader who enjoys Welcome to Lagos by Chibundu Onuzo would likely appreciate multi-layered narratives, vivid urban settings, and complex character dynamics. Fans of Americanah by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie or Half of a Yellow Sun by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie may find this novel similarly captivating.
4,844 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
368
Novel • Fiction
Lagos, Nigeria • 2010s
2017
Adult
18+ years
810
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