44 pages 1 hour read

Imbolo Mbue

How Beautiful We Were

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021

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Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Imbolo Mbue's How Beautiful We Were has been praised for its emotive prose and vivid storytelling that captures the struggle of a small African village against corporate exploitation. While critics commend its powerful themes and character depth, some note the pacing can be slow and the narrative structure challenging. Despite this, it is considered a compelling and thought-provoking read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read How Beautiful We Were?

Readers who cherish poignant, character-driven narratives will enjoy How Beautiful We Were by Imbolo Mbue. Fans of Things Fall Apart by Chinua Achebe and Americanah by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie will appreciate Mbue's exploration of community, resistance, and environmental justice in a fictional African village.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre
Inspirational
Themes
Natural World: Environment
Society: Colonialism
Society: Politics & Government