Books matching: near future nigeria
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Save:'Noor' by Nnedi Okorafor is an Africanfuturism science fiction novel set in a near future Nigeria. The story follows a young bionic woman named Noor who discovers something extraordinary about herself through a journey filled with futuristic technology, Nigerian culture, and unexpected plot twists. The writing style is described as engaging, immersive, and rich in descriptions that make the reader feel fully absorbed in the story.
It was late when I got home. I switched the light on in my bedroom and a startled gecko rushed up my wall and tried to hide near the ceiling. “Oh, not today,” I muttered. Then I spent the next hour tr... - #2
Save:In the second half of the twenty first century, a city has evolved around an alien entity in Nigeria with the ability to heal or reanimate the dead. Psychic powers emerge, and a secret government agency employs individuals with these abilities. The protagonist, Kaaro, a sensitive with the gift of finding things, delves into politics and the alien world to survive. The narrative weaves a complex tale of noir and speculative science fiction, exploring themes of humanity and alien integration.
Tade Thompson's "Rosewater" is a blend of deep sci-fi elements, intricate world-building, and a narrative that jumps back and forth in time. The story unfolds in a near-future Nigeria, where a biodome known as Rosewater attracts healings, mutations, and reanimations during its annual opening. Kaaro, a complex protagonist with flaws, navigates a world of political intrigue, psychic abilities, and alien mysteries, offering a fresh take on alien invasion and psychic powers in a Nigerian setting.
I’m at the Integrity Bank jobfor forty minutes before the anxieties kick in. It’s how I usuallystart my day. This time it’s because of a wedding and a final exam.Not my wedding, not my exam. In my sea...
