A Spell of Good Things

In this Booker Prize-nominated novel by Ayọ̀bámi Adébáyọ̀, set against the rich tapestry of modern Nigeria, two families navigate the complexities of wealth, power, and personal ambition. Eniola, a boy burdened by his father's job loss, dreams of a brighter future while aiding a local tailor. Meanwhile, Wuraola, a dedicated young doctor from a privileged background, finds her life entangled with Eniola's after a violent event disrupts her family's tranquility. This riveting story explores the stark divide between socioeconomic classes and the enduring connections that unite them.