Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie – Purple Hibiscus
Purple Hibiscus by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie is the story of 15-year-old Kambili who lives within the confines of a high wall and the rules of her religious father, living a life regulated by schedules of prayer, sleep and studying. Until Nigeria is shaken by a military coup and Kambili’s father becomes involved mysteriously in the political crisis. Kambili is sent to live with her aunt where the laughter and noise helps her discover love, life and a terrible secret hidden within her family.