I gave this a try as it came as a recomendation from someone a long time ago and I just hadn't gotten round to it yet after all those years. It is not usually my style of read but I felt myself flying through the pages and really eager to continue the series. It certainly serves as a nice refreshing break from some of the darker themed books that I like to read. I am in love with all of the characters and I just want to see them do well and achieve their own goals. I loved learning more about African culture and mannerisms and community interactions.