Final Rating:
Date of Completion: 10/05/2024
Published by: Swift Press Audio
ISBN: B0CY2ZGMYD
‘Nearly All the Men in Lagos Are Mad’ was a quick and enjoyable read, with twelve different drama-filled short stories.
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Cover:
Besides the title, this simple design does not reveal much about the book’s contents, but the bright yellow background is eye-catching.
Some things are easier to have than to hold on to, you get? Like wealth. Like friendship. Like love.
Writing:
I was impressed by the different styles and perspectives used for each short story. These were smoothly executed, with light-hearted satire that made the book more entertaining, even though it did not make me laugh out loud. The cultural and setting details woven into the stories were also a great touch that I enjoyed.
Storyline:
The twelve distinct stories unfold at a good pace as they delve into the complex world of modern dating and the crazy antics of both men and women, despite the book’s title. While the constant affairs and cheating got a little repetitive, some stories had surprising twists that I enjoyed. However, the graphic sex scenes soon became a bit too much for me.
Life has few coincidences.
Main character(s):
The various characters at the centre of these stories seemed well-written since they had rich personalities and showcased different relationship dynamics. These characters also had some complexity, being neither all good nor bad, and I found myself rooting for some despite their questionable actions.
Secondary characters:
A good mix of secondary characters helped drive each story, and their contributions to the various twists made them memorable, even though they generally had little depth.
knowing your enemy is the first step to destroying them.
Narration & Audio:
Anniwaa Buachie and Thabang Makhubela did a great job narrating these stories. I especially loved the character voices they used to enrich the listening experience and how their voices matched the gender of the narrative voice for each story. However, the accents and Yoruba language did not always sound smooth or natural.
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