Review of Running between trees

Alissa Deann Devargas · Post by **Alissa Deann Devargas** » 14 Jan 2025, 14:58

'Running Between Trees, written by Gogo C. Okeke, is a 206-page fictional novel featuring career, relationships, autism, country similarities and differences, and family.'
I'm interested in the themes this book offer.

Nemanja Jankovic · Post by **Nemanja Jankovic** » 14 Jan 2025, 15:13

"Running between trees" by Yvette Anih is a book centered on Samira, a University of Pittsburgh graduate. As a psychologist, Samira volunteers at a center for autistic children. In the book, Samira describes her life in Nigeria before leaving for America and her life in America.

Gayatri Tripathi · Post by **Gayatri Tripathi** » 14 Jan 2025, 15:26

Thank you for such a thorough and engaging review! It’s wonderful to hear how Running Between Trees captures the experience of navigating life between two cultures while also addressing important topics like autism and family dynamics. I’m particularly intrigued by the use of Nigerian words in dialogues and how that added authenticity and humor to the story—Aunty Zubaida’s conversation about Nigerian words spoken in twos sounds like such a relatable and charming moment. It’s also inspiring to see how Samira’s journey highlights the importance of meaningful relationships, even as she grapples with uncertainty in her career and love life. Your mention of her aunt living vibrantly despite sickle cell disease and Midowa’s supportiveness adds depth to the story’s portrayal of resilience and connection. Based on your glowing review, I’m convinced this book is not only well-written but also impactful. Thank you for sharing your thoughts!

Princevic Ekeoma · Post by **Princevic Ekeoma** » 14 Jan 2025, 15:52

The review of today's BOTD, "Running between trees" by Gogo C. Okeke is a compelling story that highlights on love, relationship, and career choice. I'm drawn to how the characters of Samira, Midowu, and other major characters intertwine within the story.

Amos Osinya · Post by **Amos Osinya** » 14 Jan 2025, 16:08

Yvette Anih writes an exclusive story about an American immigrant Samira and her Journey at an Autism centre. From the review, this is an interesting story that covers life both in America and Nigeria. Am anxious to follow up on Samira's story.

Post by **Ukaegbu Confidence** » 14 Jan 2025, 16:08

I have always wanted to meet an autistic person. I hear how smart they are and all of that. I am interested in Sam'ira's story and experience working with them in such a close-knit. Congratulations on BOTD.

Post by **Seamstress** » 14 Jan 2025, 16:26

Definitely not my cup of tea, because all the topics raised in it, starting from autistic children and ending with immigration, just like any other health or social issues, awaken depression in me, therefore, I try to avoid them as often as it is possible. Sorry and congrats with BOTD!

tarafarah7 · Post by **tarafarah7** » 14 Jan 2025, 16:36

Today's BOTD is a novel that follows Samira between America and Nigeria on her journey of self-discovery and growth, both in her career and personal relationships. Readers of fictional stories that include well-developed characters, life lessons and themes involving family, love, and identity will enjoy thos one! I loved your review! Thank you so much...I'ved added this to my WTR list.

Meghan Greenleaf · Post by **Meghan Greenleaf** » 14 Jan 2025, 16:38

I enjoyed that this review touched on so many different aspects of the book ~ the characters, dialogue, plot, etc. It was clear that this reviewer enjoyed this book for many different reasons, and not simply for the story itself.

Post by **Bertha Jackson** » 14 Jan 2025, 16:45

It would be interesting to learn how autism is viewed in Nigeria compared to America. Thank you for your review.

Post by **Wanda Wallace** » 14 Jan 2025, 16:48

This story is a novel about a young Nigerian woman, Samira who is a psychologist. She volunteers at a center for autistic children. She has been seeing a man, Midowa for 6 years. She needs to get a job because she is 24 years old, and still lives at home with her parents. She has no job prospects. She doesn't know what to do. I believe this is a very interesting book. It is very well written. I have only read the sampler.

Post by **Judy Burr** » 14 Jan 2025, 16:55

Thank you for your review. I read the sample. I enjoyed writing about Samira's life and her friends and family. Her conversations with her professor were interesting. I liked reading about her culture in Nigeria and her thoughts about America vs. her country. Her relationship with her boyfriend, although long-distance, was sweet to read.

Love Ukaegbu · Post by **Love Ukaegbu** » 14 Jan 2025, 17:13

I like that the book "Running Between Trees" by Gogo C. Okeke centers on a topic that is highly looked down on in places like Nigeria because they do not understand how this issue of autism affects the common patient. Congratulations on the book of the day.

Post by **Victory Ositaorah** » 14 Jan 2025, 17:29

I really appreciate Samira volunteering to take care of autistic children and I would love to read of her journey and experiences.

Stephanie Runyon · Post by **Stephanie Runyon** » 14 Jan 2025, 17:40

The characterization and the life experiences seem like a journal of reflection in this book. Good review, though I am not sure if this book is what i would normally read.