"Mr. Obioma’s descriptive ability is exceptional. His style was vivid and clear. His use of metaphor was extraordinary and tied in so beautifully with his story-telling. We also liked the opening of each chapter with a proverb or verse that linked to the chapter either in elaboration or foreshadowing. The author’s ability to connect with nature was notable. You could describe the writing as extra-sensory as you could almost see, hear, taste, and smell his descriptions. His use of vocabulary was strategic and he was not afraid to show off his word knowledge. He sent our members to their dictionaries numerous times. We also liked his use of multiple languages but always with translation so nothing was lost in interpretation.  The story was compelling as it thrust the reader forward into the lives and interactions of the mischievous brothers. The writing style built in suspense as it urged us onward to see what was going to happen next, to find out if the prophesy was going to come true, and to see what was to be the final outcome of the experiences of the brothers and family."  --- Georgia 1 chapter