Akwaeke Emezi
Akwaeke Emezi is an award-winning Nigerian writer and video artist known for their debut novel 'Freshwater' (2018), which explores the complexities of identity, mental health, and spirituality. Emezi's work often centers on themes of personal and cultural identity, drawing on their Igbo and Tamil heritage and non-binary experience. They have been recognized for their contributions to contemporary literature and have received numerous accolades for their writing.
Books
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1. Pet
The book unfolds in a society that believes it has eradicated all monsters, but when a creature named Pet emerges from a painting, a young girl named Jam learns that monsters still exist. Pet has come to hunt a monster hiding in plain sight, and Jam must confront the reality that not all dangers are as visible as they seem. As Jam navigates this revelation with Pet's guidance, she embarks on a quest to protect her best friend and uncover the truth in a world that prefers to deny the existence of such horrors. The story challenges the concepts of good and evil and the complacency that can arise in a community that believes it has overcome its darkest elements.
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2. The Death of Vivek Oji
The novel unfolds the mysterious circumstances surrounding the death of a young Nigerian named Vivek Oji. Through a non-linear narrative and multiple perspectives, the story delves into Vivek's complex identity and the struggles with gender, family expectations, and societal norms in a contemporary Igbo community. As the characters grapple with their grief and the secrets Vivek left behind, the novel explores themes of love, acceptance, and the liberating power of embracing one's true self. The poignant tale reveals the transformative impact Vivek had on the lives of those around him, even as they come to terms with the enigmatic nature of his life and untimely death.
The 9513th Greatest Book of All Time
