The book selection for July 2026 for the Literary Book Discussion is

DREAM HUNT by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

Summary:

Dream Count is a work of literary fiction by Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie. Originally published by Alfred A. Knopf, the novel explores the intersecting lives of four women: Chiamaka, Zikora, Kadiatou, and Omelogor. The novel is set during the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic and lockdown and is written from both the first- and third-person points of view. Taking inspiration from the four protagonists’ isolated circumstances, Dream Count explores themes including The Pursuit of Lasting Happiness, The Impact of Love and Relationships on Personal Development, and The Intersection of Personal Desire and Social Expectations.

The novel is organized into five sections, each of which is written from a distinct point of view and traces the respective lives of the main characters, Chiamaka (Chia), Zikora, Kadiatou (Kadi), and Omelogor. The women’s intersecting storylines subvert traditional notions of novelistic form while conveying the main characters’ experiences.

This book discussion group meets at Hops 44 in Storrs.

Pre-registration is needed to ensure enough seats are ready for everyone.

Please call or contact the Babcock Library to Register 860-487-4420