This was an enjoyable read, it definitely took me on a journey. Within the first few pages we are drawn into the history and mystery of Ben and Margaret’s relationship. A tale of forbidden love across centuries (1905 - 2005) and countries (Nigeria, America, England, Ghana). We follow, once deeply in love and now estranged couple Benjamin and Margaret.

The stories of the characters were all shaped by conflicting comparisons: ancestral beliefs or Christianity; remaining loyal to tradition or accepting foreign ways of living (colonialism); facing the past or choosing to avoid it and move forward.

The character development was good for the two main characters. The novel was paced well and moved fluidly between the different times and locations. The mysterious elements particularly surrounding Margaret, her struggles and her character made it such a page turner for me.
The book had great potential but the ending was a bit of a let down for me. The ending didn’t directly conclude the pressing matter which was a little unsatisfactory. But there are so many things explored in the book that I pondered on after finishing the book.

Really riveting book that questions life and what matters. I really liked the settings and the dual timeline this mixed with strong characters made it an interesting book. I found at times it was little hard going but other than I that it was strong 3.5 stars

Set in 1960s, in Lagos and in 2005, in Lagos and Atlanta, we follow Margaret, and Benjamin’s intertwined lives.
Margaret is a complex and lovely character who is carrying the burden of many people in her life - especially those who came before her.

what worked for me
characterisation - the ancestors, and Margaret were well fleshed out.
the themes of tradition vs modern life, mental health vs the supernatural, the interplay and the clash between supernatural and beliefs and Christianity, colonialism

3.5 stars rounded up.