Rosewater
Rosewater
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
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Science FictionNigeria • 2060s
2018
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Tade Thompson's Rosewater, readers follow Kaaro, a sensitive who communicates telepathically, as he navigates life in a future Nigeria. The city of Rosewater surrounds an alien biodome that periodically heals people, impacting society profoundly. Kaaro's journey reveals hidden truths about the biodome's influence on humanity and his own abilities.
Mysterious
Gritty
Suspenseful
Unnerving
Fantastical
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Rosewater by Tade Thompson is praised for its innovative blend of African culture and science fiction, delivering a fresh, engaging narrative. Critics commend its complex characters and rich world-building. Some note that pacing issues arise, potentially confusing readers. Overall, it captivates with originality and depth, despite occasional structural challenges.
Who Should Read Rosewater?
Readers who enjoy Rosewater by Tade Thompson are likely fans of speculative fiction that blends Afro-futurism with psychological intrigue. Comparable to NK Jemisin's The Fifth Season and Jeff VanderMeer's Annihilation, they appreciate complex narratives and immersive worlds that challenge the boundaries of perception and reality.
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Rosewater is part of the "Wormwood Trilogy," which won the inaugural Nommo Award for Best Novel, an award dedicated to excellence in African speculative fiction.
Tade Thompson, before becoming a writer, had diverse interests and careers, including studying medicine and anthropology, which enrich the detailed world-building and cultural settings in Rosewater.
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The novel was influenced by Thompson's Nigerian heritage and experiences, infusing a rich, authentic atmosphere that draws on both traditional and contemporary African life.
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Novel • Fiction
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Science FictionNigeria • 2060s
2018
Adult
18+ years
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