The Liquid Eye of a Moon: A Novel by Uchenna Awoke Hardcover Book

Description: The Liquid Eye of a Moon by Uchenna Awoke A Nigerian Catcher in the Rye, Uchenna Awokes masterful debut breaks the silence about a hidden and dangerous contemporary caste systemFifteen-year-old Dimkpa dreams of the day his father will be made village head. He will return to school and maybe even go on to university; his mother will no longer have to break her back foraging wild food to sell at market; they will have the money to build a fine tomb for his aunt Okike; and his familys status as ohu ma, the lowest Igbo caste, wont matter anymore. But when his father is passed over for a younger man, breaking tradition, Dimkpa realizes that he must make his own fate.Journeying from his small village in rural Nigeria, to Lagos, Awka, and home again, Dimkpa learns that no money is easy money, that superstition runs deep, that knowledge is power, and that sometimes it is better to live in the present than to always be chasing a future just out of reach.The Liquid Eye of a Moon is by turns hilarious and poignant, capturing all the messiness of adolescence, and the difficulty of making your own way in a world that seeks to oppress you. FORMAT Hardcover CONDITION Brand New Author Biography UCHENNA AWOKE lives and writes in Nsukka, Nigeria. His short stories have appeared in Transition, Elsewhere Lit, Trestle Ties, Oyster River Pages, The Evergreen Review, and other places. He received fellowships from MacDowell and the Vermont Studio Center in 2017 and 2019 respectively. He is an Artist Protection Fund Fellow and the inaugural Arkansas International Writer-at-Risk Residency Fellow, currently living in Fayetteville, Arkansas. He is also a 2019 Graywolf Africa Prize finalist. The Liquid Eye of a Moon is his debut novel. Review Amazon, A Best Book of the MonthDebutiful, A Noteworthy Debut of JuneBrittle Paper, A Most Anticipated TitleLiterary Hub, A Most Anticipated Title"Awokes writing is impressive; his metaphors are refreshing and vivid . . . A writer of great promise." —Martha Anne Toll, NPR"Awoke merges a folklorist tale with a strong, contemporary eye. Its a striking story of destiny, hope and self-realization . . . A modern classic, sure to thrill fans of Chinua Achebe and Chigozie Obioma." —Nelson C.J., OkayAfrica"[A]n eye-opening story of belonging, desire, and hope . . . [A] finely told coming-of-age novel . . . [T]he reader is in the hands of a masterful storyteller . . . In this expansive novel about a young mans education of the heart and mind and the rude social shock of navigating life with dreams, the Nigerian novel continues to penetrate uncharted regions of the Nigerian condition . . . While this might be his first book, Awoke is a very mature novelist in complete possession of his material. As far as comparisons go, this novel owes more to Ellisons Invisible Man and Chinua Achebes early novels, especially Things Fall Apart and Arrow of God . . . Uchenna Awoke may be debuting as a novelist, but this is an author to look out for, a novelist who understands the twists and turns of human relationships and the literal metaphors that define our lives and interactions with others." —Chimezie Chika, Afrocritik"Intriguing and moving . . . [a] fascinating work of fiction . . . Awokes writing is peppered with stunning images and these vivid descriptions sparkle in the bleakness of Dimkpas situation . . . Through Awokes poetically-charged and touching scenes, readers will cheer for Dimkpa and hope for a triumph . . . The strength in this novel lies in Awokes extraordinary ability to describe the relationships between the characters . . . Dive into this absorbing and well-written debut novel by an author who has much to offer to the world with his fresh take on the caste system and the hope that a single person can make a huge difference to his family and community." —Sonia Saikaley, The New York Journal of Books"A memorable coming-of-age . . . Awokes prose dances on the page. Its a truly brilliant exploration of adolescence." —Adam Vitcavage, Debutiful"Deeply committed to class and the clash of tradition with modernity, The Liquid Eye of a Moon is a [...] stoic coming of age story without any of Holden Caulfields phony fussing." —Literary Hub"Uchenna Awokes debut novel is compulsory reading for fans of Jennifer Nansubuga Makumbi and Imbolo Mbue . . . Awokes style is reminiscent of Chinua Achebes, drawing on oral storytelling traditions and embodying the Nigerian proverbial style of speech. Yet it also has notes of Homers Odyssey, introducing a deity whose whims and offenses lead to tragic results for the mortals who interfere. Awoke explores a part of Nigerian culture and tradition not often examined in literature by questioning an ancient and harmful caste system, and the result is a novel that is gripping and unforgettable." —Booklist"Awokes debut novel . . . has a sturdy spine in Dimkpa, who piles up psychic and physical scars throughout his travels as he realizes that to be loyal to any one tribe is to be complicit in factionalism and violence . . . [A]dmirably ambitious." —Kirkus Reviews"[A] memorable debut . . . Keenly narrated by Dimkpa, the tale is shot through with Nigerian history and insights into the ways in which political and societal oppression stymie his attempts to get ahead. This artful story of resilience is tough to shake." —Publishers Weekly"A masterful debut that takes us into the ancient beliefs and present complexities of Nigeria, told through the ordinary human failings of a young man you cant help but root for." —Santanu Bhattacharya, author of One Small Voice"In The Liquid Eye of a Moon, Uchenna Awoke intricately intertwines memory, loss, and resilience against the backdrop of adolescence, capturing the essence of village and city life. With vivid portrayals of familial dynamics and societal upheavals, the narrative delicately navigates the communitys journey to reconcile its past with present obstacles, portraying Nigerians multifaceted realities." —Nnamdi Ehirim, author of Prince of Monkeys"Like the great Igbo writer Chinua Achebe before him, Uchenna Awoke has given us a stunning debut novel in The Liquid Eye of a Moon. Magic is the word that best describes this book. The magic and madness of felt life for a young person seeking a place in a senseless world. And the magic of literary prose in the hands of a master. If there is justice in the world, this brilliant novel will change the literary landscape." —Jeffery Renard Allen, author of Fat Time and Other Stories and Song of the Shank"A wonderful debut. The Liquid Eye of a Moon is funny and moving in equal measure. A coming of age story that readers wont forget." —Dipo Faloyin, author of Africa is Not a Country"After reading only the first paragraph of The Liquid Eye of a Moon, I knew this story was special. Awokes prose is immersive and alive, and you sink into it without effort. I had to blink a few times whenever I stopped reading, and I always looked forward to sinking back in. A beautiful coming-of-age story I will not forget." —Mary Adkins, author of Palm Beach"In The Liquid Eye of a Moon, Uchenna Awoke casts a spell that is at once enchanting and haunting. An important story full of love and wonder, family and culture, strife and tribulation—this is not your typical debut novel. You are in the hands of a masterful storyteller, one whose grace and lyricism will win you over and then burrow deep inside the muck and marrow of your soul where it will remain for a long time." —Robert Lopez, author of Dispatches From Puerto Nowhere Details ISBN1646221907 Author Uchenna Awoke Publisher Catapult Year 2024 ISBN-13 9781646221905 Format Hardcover Publication Date 2024-06-25 Imprint Catapult Subtitle A Novel Place of Publication New York, NY Country of Publication United States Audience General US Release Date 2024-06-25 Pages 352 DEWEY 813.6 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:160539832;

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