![]() ![]() Three and they label you a serial killer.” I whisper the words in case anyone were to pass Muhtar’s door. Since Ayoola’s murderous ways seemingly impact Korede more deeply, to what extent can Korede believe these killings are justified and far will her loyalty go? Likewise, can Ayoola trust her big sister completely and forever? The only person Korede can confide in and unburden herself of guilt is to a comatose patient, Muhtar. He was a cheating husband and an abusive father, which may or may not have led to Ayoola’s deadly ways, and the dysfunctional threesome that the family has become. A role she seemed to embrace even before her father’s “untimely,” yet not necessarily unwanted death. She is the most aware and sane of the family. In many ways, Korede seems to be more of a mother than her mother. She sees her as destined to, if not greatness, a great marriage, showered in wealth and appreciated for her attractiveness. To her, Ayoola is desirable prize she gave birth to. but I received the message loud and clear.”īoth in their 20s and still single, they live with their mother who is blissfully unaware of her youngest daughter’s disturbing ways. Rumor has it that she was asked out on her first day by a boy in SS2. But what I do know is that I was aware of my own inadequacies long before. “I can’t pinpoint the exact moment I realized that Ayoola was beautiful and I was … not. Tade who she knows would fall under her spell, like every other man. The last thing she wants or needs is baby sis to come into her work world, diminishing her chances with Dr. She has a crush on her doctor-boss, but does not have the confidence to seriously pursue. She tries desperately to keep Ayoola her from her work at the hospital of which she is a managing nurse. Although she loves her sister and is protective, she is also irritated by her obtuse demeanor and narcissism. She is plain, not stunning smart, hardworking and kind. There, literally to cover up the mess is big sis Korede, who undeniably has a love-hate relationship with her sibling, painfully aware of their striking differences. Despite this, she is not without her flaws, least of which is the nasty habit of killing men she dates, for one reason or another. The impact of her allure is not lost on her and she takes full advantage when the situation warrants. Her beauty is mesmerizing, with men constantly falling under her spell. ![]() Ayoola is the favored daughter, simple, unambitious, spoiled and beguiling. “My Sister the Serial Killer” by Nigerian author Oyinkan Braithwaite is a delicious and disturbing novel that takes place in Nigeria and is comprised of what will become one of modern fiction’s most quirky characters – Ayoola- younger sister to narrator Korede. If the title of this gem of a book doesn’t draw you in, the first chapter made up of two sentences will. ![]()
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |