Grief Child
Grief Child
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Ghana • 1990s
1991
Adult
13-18 years
Super Short Summary
Grief Child by Lawrence Darmani follows a young boy experiencing loss and hardship following his parents' deaths. The narrative explores his journey through grief, resilience, and eventual healing, set within the vibrant cultural backdrop of a Ghanaian village. Through personal growth and community support, the protagonist navigates the challenges of life after profound personal tragedy.
Melancholic
Emotional
Inspirational
Challenging
Heartwarming
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Grief Child by Lawrence Darmani is praised for its emotional depth and vivid storytelling, capturing the struggles of a young boy navigating loss and hardship. The book's empathetic portrayal of resilience and community support resonates well with readers. Some critique the pacing, finding it uneven at times, but overall, it is lauded for its poignant and inspiring narrative.
Who Should Read Grief Child?
A reader who cherishes emotionally resonant stories set in African cultures and delves into themes of loss and resilience would relish Grief Child. Fans of Chinua Achebe's Things Fall Apart and Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's Half of a Yellow Sun may find similar cultural depth and emotional storytelling.
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Grief Child won the Commonwealth Writers' Prize for Best First Book in Africa in 1992, highlighting its significant impact on African literature.
Lawrence Darmani, the author of Grief Child, is also known for his contributions to Christian literature, often integrating themes of faith and resilience in his works.
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The book has been used in school curricula in several African countries, serving as an important text for discussions on personal growth and overcoming adversity.
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Novel • Fiction
Ghana • 1990s
1991
Adult
13-18 years
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