45 pages • 1 hour read
Ayobami AdebayoStay With Me
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2017A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Stay With Me by Ayọ̀bámi Adébáyọ̀ intricately weaves the story of Akin and Yejide, a married couple navigating the trials of infertility and societal pressures in 1980s and 1990s Nigeria. Set against a backdrop of political instability, the nonlinear narrative delves into their past traumas and deceptions to uncover the reasons behind their 15-year estrangement, culminating in a chance for reconciliation. The book includes themes of infertility, miscarriage, child death, and military violence.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Ayobami Adebayo's novel, Stay With Me, has been praised for its compelling narrative and emotional depth, weaving Nigerian culture and personal tragedy seamlessly. The portrayal of marriage under societal pressures has been lauded, though some found the plot twists contrived. The author's vivid prose and authentic character voices earned significant acclaim.
Who Should Read Stay With Me?
Readers who enjoy emotionally charged narratives and complex character studies would appreciate Stay With Me by Ayobami Adebayo. Fans of literary fiction like Half of a Yellow Sun by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and Everything Good Will Come by Sefi Atta will find this book compelling for its exploration of marriage and family in Nigeria.