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Americanah

by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

4.31/ 5 · Goodreads, checked 6 November 2026

Week of 5 October 2026

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About the book

Ifemelu and Obinze fall in love as teenagers in Lagos. She leaves for America and becomes a sharp-eyed blogger on race; he ends up undocumented in London. Years later, they meet again in a Nigeria that has changed as much as they have.

Why we recommend it

Funny, sharp and romantic. Perfect for anyone who has ever left home, or watched someone they love leave.

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