85 pages • 2 hours read
Chimamanda Ngozi AdichiePurple Hibiscus
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2003A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more. For select classroom titles, we also provide Teaching Guides with discussion and quiz questions to prompt student engagement.
Before You Read
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Purple Hibiscus by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie has been widely praised for its evocative writing and compelling portrayal of a young girl's life in Nigeria. Reviewers commend Adichie's ability to weave cultural and political themes into a poignant family narrative. However, some critics note the pacing can be slow. Overall, it is a powerful debut that captures the complexities of personal and societal struggles. MLA
Who Should Read Purple Hibiscus?
Readers who appreciate Purple Hibiscus by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie are often drawn to coming-of-age stories set against political turmoil, like To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee and Things Fall Apart by Chinua Achebe. They value rich, cultural narratives with strong, empathetic characters.
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Reading Age
16-18yearsLexile Level
920L