Book at Bedtime | Purple Hibiscus

Book at Bedtime | Purple Hibiscus: 1

Mama has at last become pregnant, but Papa's violence erupts, and Kambili's ordered world starts to fall apart.

Book at Bedtime | Purple Hibiscus: 2

Kambili, distressed by her mother's miscarriage, is struggling to revise for exams, while a military coup threatens Papa's businesses.

Book at Bedtime | Purple Hibiscus: 3

It's Christmas, and Kambili and her brother are about to visit their grandfather and aunt.

Book at Bedtime | Purple Hibiscus: 4

A visit to Aunty Ifeoma introduces Kambili and her brother Jaja to a life without fear - and to the rare purple hibiscus.

Book at Bedtime | Purple Hibiscus: 5

Kambili learns about her grandfather's 'heathen' beliefs, and Father Amadi teaches her to smile.

Book at Bedtime | Purple Hibiscus: 6

Papa's 'heathen' father has died in Aunty Ifeoma's flat. Now Kambili and Jaja feel Papa's wrath.

Book at Bedtime | Purple Hibiscus: 7

Violence is spreading under Nigeria's new military rulers. At home, Papa loses all control, and nearly kills Kambili.

Book at Bedtime | Purple Hibiscus: 8

Kambili is recovering with Aunty Ifeoma and her cousins. More violence is to come at home, but the purple hibiscuses are about to bloom.

Book at Bedtime | Purple Hibiscus: 9

A shock for Kambili - both Aunty Ifeoma and Father Amadi are leaving Nigeria. A pilgrimage lifts her spirits, but then there is horrific...

Book at Bedtime | Purple Hibiscus: 10

Jaja has been imprisoned for Papa's murder. But his release is near, and Kambili plans a future of love, laughter - and purple hibiscus.