The Five Sorrowful Mysteries of Andy Africa

"Andy Aziza’s life is at an inflection point, but like most teenagers, he doesn’t recognize it. He lives in northern Nigeria with a mother he’s at odds with, writes poetry, and hangs out with his besties, dreaming of the West and lusting for blond women. Then violence erupts at a church event, and everything changes. This novel shimmers with the wit and desires of a 15-year-old who doesn’t fully grasp how complex his family and country are and who isn’t yet mature enough to make good decisions. Andy will make you laugh, and then he will break your heart."