Chimamanda's “Purple Hibiscus” is evocative to say the least. It draws heavily on the Igbo culture that felt very familiar — The food, wine and merriment that exists in the village usually at the end of the year. The strictness of Kambili’s father is something that is eerily familiar in Nigerian homes. 

There is a mirror of tyranny that was present in the Nigeria at the time and also evidenced in Kambili's home. The character development is admirable as well. From Kambili being a somewhat mute girl who merely acted to please her father to having strong feelings for Father Amadi. There's so much to unpack with regard to the human condition, with how plastic our emotions can be with the death of Eugene carried out by his wife and Jaja owning to a crime he didn't actually commit.

The social class of all the characters is something that is very much common in Nigerian society — schools attended, drivers and maids and also the two bedroom bungalow shared by Aunty ifeoma and her kids. The social difference is stark and contrasting. Such a potent read.