The Devil That Danced on the Water

The narrative explores the profound impact of postcolonial upheaval in Africa on Aminatta Forna's life, particularly through her father's experiences as a political figure in Sierra Leone. Mohamed Forna's integrity and charisma initially promise hope for democracy, but the emergence of corruption and dictatorship leads to his imprisonment. Aminatta's quest for truth takes her from the elite circles to rebel territories, revealing a poignant story of pain, anger, and sorrow, all conveyed with remarkable dignity and precision.