Brief Summary
As the 1950s Mau Mau war breaks out in the foothills of Mt. Kenya, Wambũi, a fourteen-year-old girl leaves her besieged village to join a prestigious boarding school a half day’s journey away by train. There, she becomes aware of her extraordinary mathematical abilities discovered by her teacher, Eileen Atwood. Initially, Wambũi views Eileen’s attentions with suspicion and hostility, but over time, the two grow close and form a lifelong friendship. Unfortunately for Wambũi, the mid-twentieth century isn’t ready for a female math prodigy, particularly in Kenya.
But she quietly and defiantly takes on the obstacles seeking to define her, applying her unusual gifts in new directions, which ultimately benefits her impoverished family and inspires her siblings and their children to pursue their own dreams. After forty years in Kenya, Eileen unexpectedly loses her employment authorization and is forced to return to England, where she struggles to adjust to living in a country she barely recognizes. Meanwhile, Wambũi’s son, Ray, a doctor, navigates a fraught visa application process and travels to America to begin residency training; however, his hospital becomes insolvent and shuts down a year later. He and his colleagues are assimilated into other programs where, as foreign-born physicians, they endure relentless prejudice. As a black man, he also discovers that the streets of Chicago are sometimes quick to judge, with serious consequences.
A saga of family and friendship spanning five decades and three continents, 'The People of Ostrich Mountain' chronicles the interconnected lives of three outsiders as they navigate the vagaries of race, gender and immigration.
Dr mwangi kamau –
A scintillating piece of work meticulously done…..
Dr mwangi kamau –
A scintillating piece……..thumbs up collins
Kevin Kipchumba –
You are such a talented Author Collins, I really enjoyed reading the book all through, keep up the good work.
Kevin Kipchumba –
You are such a talented Author Collins, I really enjoyed reading the book all through,keep up the good work.
Sylvia mukoya –
This is the book you can read and repeat 5 more times but can’t get enough of it.sakwa is a good author
sereyahenry –
Sakwah is a brilliant author, A storyteller of substance,..Few novelists are as consummate as Sakwah Ongoma at keeping the reader turning the page. He is one author to watch as he become among the best of this generation. I enjoyed the book.. it’s a sweeping saga, full of intrigue. … it’s a gripping read.
Sereya Kulet –
Sakwa is one hella author. His work is brilliant.. I think he is one of the greatest authors of our generation. I really enjoyed the book.. it’s a masterpiece.
Alexander –
I’m one of those who read it when it was shared on Facebook! I can testify that the book is 🔥🔥, kudos The best Author for now!
Sang Kibet –
This book by Author Ongoma Sakwah is on another level as it depicts what really goes on in higher institutions of learning. really interesting, it glues you to your chair the whole day without realizing how time flies. The way the author captures and describes vividly what normally happens is on another level.
Sang Kibet –
The Campus Exile by Ongoma Sakwah depicts what really goes on in higher institutions of learning.
This book is really interesting, it glues you to your chair the whole day without realizing how time flies. The way the author captures and describes vividly what normally happens is on another level.
Keith Opwani –
The Book is awesome. The authors story telling skill is on point, you won’t stop reading untill the last page.
Nicholas Kibet –
Sakwah is the best Author with sweet stories.
I will always recommend him anytime.
Nicholas Kibet –
Sakwah is a great Author with sweet stories.
I will always recommend him anytime.
Wayne –
Nice read all through
Vince –
Sakwah has a magic way of keeping you glued to the book. The plot gets better chapter after chapter. I would highly recommend the book.
Lydia Nyangechi –
An awesome read worth the time and money.
Lydia Nyangechi –
An awesome read,with a rollercoaster of emotions.Keep up the good work.Looking forward to more amazing reads from Author Sakwah.
Paul Otieno –
One of the most captivating books of Sakwah. The book takes you to the university world, a world of intense emotions, ambitions, betrayals. A good one I must say.
Wahu Nyokabi –
I enjoyed reading this book, such a thriller! Sad ending but Elena had it coming anyway 😂
Got it from Nuria Store
Mulasse –
Campus Exile depicts the true picture in our tertiary institutions,in one hand there’s books and on the other there’s social life and all that comes with it.
A great piece by Sakwah.
Teresa –
It’s the best book ,that bring a clear picture of the university in our country…an the writer has a way of making you glued to the book to the last full stop…it’s worth reading
loiseuvini –
Sakwa is a great author. His work is impressive and relates to the regular lives of Kenyans.
I prefer books that relate to the life that I have lived because I enjoyed high school set books. Merci Beaucoup!