💨 Abstract

"“The Tiny Things Are Heavier” by Esther Ifesinachi Okonkwo explores young adulthood, migration, and family dynamics. The novel follows Sommy, a Nigerian graduate student in Iowa, as she navigates loneliness, cultural misunderstandings, and complex relationships. Sommy grapples with guilt over her brother's attempted suicide and her evolving relationship with him.

Courtesy: WTOP Staff