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Reviewed by Pikasho Deka for Readers' Favorite
Cope by Chima Aghanya follows the story of a Nigerian immigrant family that has to overcome extreme circumstances in their newfound home in Italy. It's been years since Ejike moved from Nigeria to Italy with his wife, Neki, to work in IT. However, due to Italy's immigration laws, he had to switch careers to teaching. When Neki unexpectedly passes away, it devastates Ejike and his two young children, Obum and Ngozi. Ngozi, especially, struggles to cope with her mother's death. Meanwhile, Ejike's insatiable father-in-law continues to demand money from Ejike, leading him into the clutches of a loan shark with ties to the mob. After losing his home and his job, Ejike feels truly lost. But hope shines upon him through his late wife, who left the family something wonderful before she died.
Cope is a gripping drama that illustrates the plight of African migrants in Western countries who have to navigate strict immigration laws, con artists, and financial hardships in their pursuit of a better life. Chima Aghanya tells a moving story that follows a man's attempt to carve out a future for his children in a foreign country. Ejike is a protagonist readers can relate to and root for. You will sympathize with Ejike because he not only loses the love of his life but also has to face greedy loan sharks and his extended family back home, who create their own troubles. The narrative is realistic and emotionally poignant. Despite the tragic premise, the story ends on an optimistic note, which I appreciated. If you're looking for an authentic story about the immigrant experience, this book is for you.
