If the magic system in Divine Cities was a fine meal, the one in Foundryside is nothing short of an exquisite banquet. It’s so well done.

Set in contemporary Lagos, these stories are not interwoven, but they have a central theme. The language is very simple, everyday words and even some slangs were thrown in for good measure.

When death starts to hover around, how do we fully explain life’s transient nature? And how would it alter our priorities, goals, and ambitions? 

However, I do have a theory that maybe the next book is actually 6000 pages long. That’s why it’s taking this long, right?

Prophecies always find a way of coming to pass, and the inevitable battle between Wizardry and Sourcery finally happens, heralding the apocalypse.

Some work regular jobs to get it, while others earn a degree in Menology( the men pay their bills). Set in South Africa, Bontle is on the top of that list of women with degrees in Menology

Though the book is set in Lagos and London, it’s a reality most of us can relate to from anywhere in Africa. There is something in there, an experience or anything for everybody.

The main character is as fucked up as you’d ever expect your most hated book antagonist to be. Only this time, he’s not an antagonist. He’s the main character.