A few years ago, I read a saying that "the bee represents perfect community, and although it is weak in body, it is strong in spirit and wisdom." When I finished this book, I realized how similar Udenka is to these words.

This is a memoir about a Nigerian boy. As a child, Udenka endured hardships in his life, but he never considered giving up due to his environment being poor and hostile, as well as the fact that he looked malnourished, which inspired him to become a doctor.

In the beginning, there is a description of a solar eclipse that occurred in Umanna, an eastern part of Nigeria. As a result of this event, the villagers were in a panic about moving quickly. After being frightened and watching the situation unfold, Edenka grabbed his sister to protect her. Afterward, the British army came and explained what happened, though they didn't know anything.

In contrast, this boy tells us a great deal about his life, including his family, his failure in the physical test to attend school, the change to Ngodo Isuochi, southeastern Nigeria, a friend called Ndu, a bees' chase, and many more.

Specifically, the bees' chase ended up in a regrettable way. This was a dangerous mischief that had consequences for Udenka. Despite not doing it or participating in it, he was traumatized to attend school. "Let sleeping dogs lie" - that's what his classmates should have done.

In light of this, this book is a must-read. It's hard to put down. Understanding Udenka prompted me to reflect upon the many trials we faced. Great learning became more than just an appreciation for our accomplishments. Nevertheless, John Anakwenze deserves my admiration for sharing his experience and how he overcame his challenges, proving that everything is part of life and within us.

Definitely worth a shot.