Korede works as a nurse and lives a life defined by responsibility and practicality in Lagos. She is often overshadowed by her beautiful, charming sister Ayoola. However, there is a catch: Ayoola is sociopathic and decidedly murderous; she has killed her last three boyfriends, claimed “self-defense”, and roped in Korede to dispose their bodies.
Korede, practical and resourceful, is ever the unwilling accomplice, helping to clean up the mess and dispose of the evidence, all while grappling with her loyalty to her sister and the moral implications of her actions. Ayoola, on the other hand, is mostly unconcerned with the fallout of her actions.
Things come to a head when Ayoola starts dating Tade, a doctor at Korede’s hospital who Korede secretly admires. Tade’s charm captivates both sisters, but Korede is increasingly anxious, fearing for his life due to Ayoola’s violent tendencies. Korede is torn between sororal love and romantic love, and confides all her thoughts to a comatose patient in the hospital. When the family of the last murdered boyfriend comes seeking answers, Korede makes a choice.
Darkly funny, the witty writing filled with amusing turn of phrase highlight the absurdities of their situation, making for a gripping reading experience. The author skillfully blends thriller with dark comedy, poking at the boundaries of loyalty and morality.