Through the eyes of Owoicho, a television presenter seeking a better life for himself and his family, Leave my Bones in Saskatoon spans two cultures and continents. It is honest, heartfelt and enlightening.
The story begins with Owoicho’s good news. He can’t wait to tell his family that their permanent residency application to Canada was successful. But while he was in Abuja, happy about this breakthrough, somewhere on the outskirts of Makurdi, a dark and troubling event threatens to torpedo all the plans he and his wife, Ene, made to move the family to Saskatoon.
 
Michael Afenfia has written a necessary book that has at its core a powerful
sense of his characters, courage and frailty. He charts their journey in sometimes searing detail,
ignoring none of the tragedy, betrayals and compromises they encounter in leaving their native
Nigeria, as well as in adapting to their new country, Canada.
This novel has much to say not only to Canadians about people arriving from elsewhere but also to newcomers and would-be newcomers about the multiple levels of adjustment they must contend with in finding a place for themselves in their new country.
S.E Stewart (Author, publisher and award-winning translator).
 
Another page-turner from skilful storyteller Michael Afenfia. A story of wanderlust, suspense and the uncertainty that every immigrant can relate to. A heartfelt tale of migration’s human and emotional impact, Leave My Bones in Saskatoon was a riveting read that left me wanting more.
Oyindamola Sosanya (equality, diversity and inclusion advocate and book club host).