After six years abroad, Wanjikũ and Kabogo return to a homeland that is bubbling with optimism as it reinvents itself as an independent nation, free of colonial Britain. But leaving America has meant bidding farewell to close friends. Kabogo's abrupt disclosure of their plans to return home was not well received by Bill and Karen, who thought the Mũchokis would remain in Hartford and were looking forward to fun times together. But all this seems to be behind them by the time the families say goodbye at the airport. For Wanjikũ, the festering conflict in her marriage is bound to play out, whether in Connecticut or Nairobi, but she will miss having Karen as a confidante.
Life in Nairobi proves harder than expected. Kabogo's government job turns out to be a sham. He finds a better opportunity and starts building his career, but has little time for his wife and young daughter. Before long, he and his family are living separate lives under one roof. As they navigate the political turbulence of the 1970s and '80s, and the encircling tentacles of corruption in the lives of ordinary citizens, there is no shortage of reasons for disillusionment. But Wanjikũ finds solace in exciting new friendships, and in creating stylish kitenge outfits which are fast becoming the talk of the town.
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