Whilst exploring the seedy underbelly of Lagos with titular character Jagwa, we constantly find ourselves asking what is one willing to sacrifice for fame and fortune. Ekwensi does not hold back, the blatant sexualisation of Nigerian women is tragically at the forefront of all conflict. A challenging read in many regards, Jagua Nana highlights when you live life fast, how can you slow down to learn who you really are?

‘Me Talk Pretty One Day‘ is my first David Sedaris read. No recounts of human-nests fashioned from hair or even bananas that resemble a turd more than a banana could make me put this down. The lesson to be learned from this book is that it is indeed acceptable to think you are smarter than everyone, because you‘re probably right. 5/5.