praise for Obligations to the Wounded

“Kalimamukwento’s syntax is as selective as a poet’s, allowing the reader to sit in the spaces so often filled with unnecessary words. Obligations to the Wounded is a sensitive work of compelling juxtapositions: neat and raw, soft and tough, victimized and empowered. ”—Booklist

“The author, with a poet’s restraint, has written stories that deftly negotiate the challenges and tribulations women face when they feel the pressure and duty to yield to the will of family, community, customs, country and spiritual beliefs. Obligations to the Wounded is a graceful, touching and generous collection.”—Angie Cruz author of How Not to Drown in a Glass of Water.

“A stunning book that should not be missed.” —Mona Susan Power author of A Council of Dolls.

“The work of a writer in the full flow of her storytelling prowess.”—Rémy Ngamije, author of The Eternal Audience of One

“ A deftly realized portrait of a woman insisting on her individual humanity while contending with the expectations of her family, community, religion, and history. Moving elegantly across decades and continents, Obligations to the Wounded showcases a rare talent and rich sensibility.”

—Mike Alberti, author of Some People Let You Down

“ Opulent. Clever. Ingenious.”

—Debutiful

“ Stirring. Complicated. Important. Timely.”

—Kirkus Reviews

“ Kalimamukwento writes with empathic knowing, deftly treading between resignation and hope. Her enigmatic storytelling underscores that silence is not an option and that bearing witness is obligatory.”

—Shelf Awareness

“A searing and hilarious collection.”

—Minnesota Star Tribune

“Wonderful, expansive, Warm, plangent, and humorous.”

—Harare Review of Books

“Stories with a universal appeal.”

—The Hopkins Review