{"title":"Uchenna Awoke","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the captivating works of Uchenna Awoke, a talented author known for weaving intricate tales that resonate with readers across the world. With a flair for storytelling, Uchenna Awoke's books offer a unique perspective on the nuances of human experience, capturing the imagination through beautifully crafted narratives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his notable works is \u003cem\u003eThe Liquid Eye of a Moon\u003c\/em\u003e, a compelling piece of general fiction that delves deep into the complexities of life and relationships. Uchenna Awoke's storytelling is characterised by richly developed characters and vivid settings, pulling you into a world where every detail matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a seasoned reader or new to his writing, Uchenna Awoke's books promise not just to entertain, but to provoke thought and evoke a spectrum of emotions. Dive into his literary universe and experience the compelling narratives that have earned him a place in the hearts of many literary enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore Uchenna Awoke’s collection today and embark on a literary journey filled with discovery and insight.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-liquid-eye-of-a-moon-by-uchenna-awoke-9781915590077","title":"The Liquid Eye of a Moon","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Nigerian \u003cem\u003eCatcher in the Rye\u003c\/em\u003e by a major new literary talent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFifteen-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 family's status as ohu ma, the lowest Igbo caste, won't matter anymore. But when his father is passed over for a younger man, breaking tradition, Dimkpa realises that he must make his own fate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJourneying 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 always be chasing a future just out of reach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Liquid Eye of a Moon\u003c\/em\u003e is by turns hilarious and poignant, capturing all the messiness of adolescence, and the difficulty of making your own way in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eIntriguing and moving ... a fascinating work of fiction ... Awoke's writing is peppered with stunning images and these vivid descriptions sparkle in the bleakness of Dimkpa's situation ... Through Awoke's poetically-charged and touching scenes, readers will cheer for Dimkpa and hope for a triumph ... The strength in this novel lies in Awoke's 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.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- Sonia Saikaley, The New York Journal of Books\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAfter reading only the first paragraph of \u003cem\u003eThe Liquid Eye of a Moon\u003c\/em\u003e, I knew this story was special. Awoke's 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.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- Mary Adkins, author of \u003cem\u003ePalm Beach\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eThe Liquid Eye of a Moon\u003c\/em\u003e, 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.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- Robert Lopez, author of \u003cem\u003eDispatches From Puerto Nowhere\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46672131260652,"sku":"9781915590077","price":44.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/a6ae76f1da80107e73ddd59ce49f9372.jpg?v=1752989321"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/uchenna-awoke.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}