Dream Count

"Dream Count" is a captivating novel by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie that explores the complex relationships and inner struggles of four women in a changing world. The story unfolds against the backdrop of the pandemic and follows Chiamaka, a Nigerian travel writer living in the USA. As she lingers in solitude, she reflects on her past romantic relationships and the choices she has made. Her best friend Zikora, a successful lawyer, faces betrayal and heartbreak and must navigate her way through unexpected challenges. Omelogor, Chiamaka's cousin, is a confident finance expert in Nigeria who begins to question her own identity. Kadiatou, Chiamaka's housekeeper, struggles to raise her daughter in America while confronting unimaginable challenges. In "Dream Count," Adichie examines the essence of love and the quest for true fulfillment, vividly portraying the emotional and social entanglements of these women.