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This House is Not for Sale

E.C. Osondu
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This House is Not for Sale

E.C. Osondu
Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 2015

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E.C. Osondu

This House is Not for Sale

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 2015
Book Details
Pages
192
Format
Short Story • Fiction
Genre
African American Literature•Modern Classic Fiction
Setting
Africa • 20th century
Publication Year
2015
Audience
Adult
Recommended Reading Age
18+ years
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Super Short Summary

This House Is Not for Sale by E.C. Osondu is a collection of interconnected stories centered around a Nigerian family and their patriarch, Baba. The tales explore the dynamics of community, tradition, and change as individuals in the household navigate societal expectations and personal desires within their compound called the Family House.
Mysterious
Informative
Contemplative
Emotional
Dark

Reviews & Readership

3.7

286 ratings

54%Loved it
30%Mixed feelings
16%Not a fan
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Review Roundup

This House is Not for Sale by E.C. Osondu offers a vivid portrayal of a Nigerian family compound through interlinked stories that highlight community, tradition, and conflict. The prose is commendable for its clarity and cultural texture. However, some critics note a lack of depth in character development. Despite this, the narrative remains engaging and insightful.
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Who Should Read This House is Not for Sale?

A reader who enjoys E. C. Osondu’s This House is Not for Sale would likely appreciate stories rich in African culture and family dynamics. Fans of Chinua Achebe’s Things Fall Apart or Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s Half of a Yellow Sun might find a similar allure in Osondu’s vivid, interconnected tales.
3.7

286 ratings

54%Loved it
30%Mixed feelings
16%Not a fan
Book Details
Pages
192
Format
Short Story • Fiction
Genre
African American Literature•Modern Classic Fiction
Setting
Africa • 20th century
Publication Year
2015
Audience
Adult
Recommended Reading Age
18+ years
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