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   Under the Udala Trees

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   Chinelo Okparanta 

   

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   Under the Udala Trees by Chinelo Okparanta is a coming-of-age novel set in Nigeria during the late 1960s civil war. The story follows Ijeoma, a young girl who faces the challenges of war, loss, love, and self-discovery in a society where being LGBTQ is heavily stigmatized. The novel delicately explores the struggles of Ijeoma as she navigates her desires and cultural expectations amidst a backdrop of political turmoil and societal intolerance. The writing style is described as simple, straightforward, and emotionally moving, offering a glimpse into the harsh realities of living in Nigeria during a tumultuous period.
   

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   MIDWAY BETWEEN Old Oba-Nnewi Road and New Oba-Nnewi Road, in that general area bound by the village church and the primary school, and where Mmiri John Road drops off only to begin again, stood our ho...

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