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Everything Good Will Come

Sefi Atta
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Everything Good Will Come

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2005

Book Brief

Sefi Atta

Everything Good Will Come

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2005
Book Details
Pages

335

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Nigeria • 1970s

Publication Year

2005

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Everything Good Will Come by Sefi Atta is a bildungsroman that follows Enitan as she grows up in postcolonial Nigeria and England, dealing with the complexities of heartbreak, abuse, and striving toward a better future amidst Nigeria's ethnic and political conflicts. Enitan’s journey is shaped by her relationships, family dynamics, career aspirations, and her defiance against patriarchal norms. Enitan's narrative includes depictions of abuse and violence.

Contemplative

Emotional

Inspirational

Challenging

Melancholic

Reviews & Readership

4.1

2,133 ratings

69%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Sefi Atta's Everything Good Will Come is praised for its rich, authentic portrayal of Nigerian life and complex female characters. Critics commend Atta's poignant storytelling and vivid prose. Some note a slow plot progression and a somewhat disjointed narrative. Overall, it is a compelling read offering deep cultural insights and strong feminist themes.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Everything Good Will Come?

Readers who appreciate Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's Half of a Yellow Sun or Tsitsi Dangarembga's Nervous Conditions will likely enjoy Everything Good Will Come by Sefi Atta. The novel explores feminist themes, postcolonial Nigerian society, and the journey of self-discovery amidst cultural and political upheaval.

4.1

2,133 ratings

69%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

335

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Nigeria • 1970s

Publication Year

2005

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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