****The Theory of Flight by Siphiwe Ndlovu

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Ndlovu combines her skills as a Zimbabwean filmmaker and writer to tell a generational story depicting extreme loss and love.  She incorporates her childhood experiences, general history and the HIV epidemic to illustrate how seemingly disparate events are interrelated. Ndlovu reveals how our choices determine not only the course of our own personal history, but the histories of those around us and beyond – the domino effect. This is a complex and unique work of literature filled with engaging characters, depth and creative use of visual language. I suspect we will see much more from this talented artist.

****His Only Wife by Peace Adzo Medie

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Medie adeptly portrays Ghana’s contemporary patriarchal polygamous culture in her debut novel, His Only Wife.  In this slowly changing rigid society, she illustrates the difficulties women face as they choose between traditional expectations and personal ambitions. Medie's writing style is subtle yet effective.  Her characters are rich and engaging. I enjoyed this novel and look forward to future work by this talented author.