The Secret Lives of Baba Segi's Wives
The Secret Lives of Baba Segi's Wives
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2010
Book Brief
96
Novel • Fiction
Ibadan, Nigeria • Contemporary
2010
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Secret Lives of Baba Segi's Wives by Lola Shoneyin explores the complex relationships within a polygamous household in modern-day Nigeria, focusing on Baba Segi and his four wives, each with unique backgrounds and challenges. The arrival of the educated and modern Bolanle disrupts the household dynamics, unraveling secrets, and revealing deeper issues within the family. Sensitive topics include sexual trauma.
Mysterious
Emotional
Humorous
Unnerving
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Lola Shoneyin's The Secret Lives of Baba Segi's Wives is lauded for its compelling narrative and rich character development, offering a vivid glimpse into polygamous life in Nigeria. Critics praise its humor and empathetic storytelling. Some note that the multiple perspectives can be confusing and occasionally disrupt the flow. Overall, it's a poignant novel with cultural depth.
Who Should Read The Secret Lives of Baba Segi's Wives?
A reader who enjoys The Secret Lives of Baba Segi's Wives by Lola Shoneyin appreciates rich, character-driven narratives exploring polygamy, gender dynamics, and Nigerian culture. Fans of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's Half of a Yellow Sun or Tsitsi Dangarembga's Nervous Conditions would find this book compelling.
16,338 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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96
Novel • Fiction
Ibadan, Nigeria • Contemporary
2010
Adult
18+ years
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