Lightseekers
Lightseekers
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Nigeria • 2010s
2021
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Lightseekers by Femi Kayode follows a psychologist investigating the murder of three university students in Nigeria. The investigator navigates complex social and cultural landscapes to uncover hidden truths. The story delves into themes of justice, community, and the challenges faced by individuals in pursuit of answers.
Suspenseful
Mysterious
Dark
Informative
Gritty
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Lightseekers by Femi Kayode is a gripping psychological thriller praised for its intricate plot and atmospheric setting. Readers appreciate the novel's exploration of social issues and strong character development. Some find the pacing uneven, with initial suspense waning in later sections. Overall, it's a thought-provoking debut that keeps readers engaged.
Who Should Read Lightseekers?
Readers who enjoy suspenseful psychological thrillers with social commentary will be drawn to Femi Kayode's Lightseekers. Fans of Chinua Achebe's Things Fall Apart or Richard Wright's Native Son will appreciate its exploration of societal tensions and complex character dynamics.
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Lightseekers is the debut novel of Nigerian author Femi Kayode, who is a clinical psychologist by training, bringing his insights on human behavior into the intricate plot of the book.
The novel won the UEA/Little, Brown Award for African Writing in 2019, highlighting the promise and potential seen in Kayode's storytelling and narrative style.
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The setting of Lightseekers is heavily inspired by various locations across Nigeria, offering readers a vivid sense of place and cultural immersion throughout the story.
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Novel • Fiction
Nigeria • 2010s
2021
Adult
18+ years
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