The story is set in a small village in and follows two seemingly opposite young women whose lives intersect through their work at a unique NGO called Hiraeth , which provides companionship to terminally ill patients.
The narrative frequently uses metaphors from Astronomy (Ofelia) and Biology/Darwinism (Amoke) to highlight the characters' different outlooks on life.
Representing "order," she is a disciplined Biology student who balances her studies with the responsibility of caring for her younger brother, Tayo.
An eccentric, reclusive author who serves as the bridge between the two girls and provides a historical perspective through her own life story. Core Themes & Style
The story is set in a small village in and follows two seemingly opposite young women whose lives intersect through their work at a unique NGO called Hiraeth , which provides companionship to terminally ill patients.
The narrative frequently uses metaphors from Astronomy (Ofelia) and Biology/Darwinism (Amoke) to highlight the characters' different outlooks on life.
Representing "order," she is a disciplined Biology student who balances her studies with the responsibility of caring for her younger brother, Tayo.
An eccentric, reclusive author who serves as the bridge between the two girls and provides a historical perspective through her own life story. Core Themes & Style