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Only Big Bum Bum Matters Tomorrow

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Humor and poignance mix in this powerful polyphonic novel about family secrets, judgmental aunties, and Brazilian butt lifts, from the internationally bestselling author Damilare Kuku,[1] known for Nearly All the Men in Lagos Are Mad.[2]

You want to act like you don't know that everybody dey buy bumbum now?

Freshly out of Obafemi Awolowo University[3], 20-year-old Temi has a clear plan for her future: she is going to surgically enlarge her backside like all the other Nigerian women, move from Ile-Ife[4] to Lagos[5][6], and find a man who will love her senseless. When she finally finds the courage to tell her mother, older sister, and aunties, her announcement causes an uproar. Nigerian families can really be an obstacle in a girl’s journey to physical perfection.

As each of the other women tries to cure Temi of what seems like temporary insanity, they begin to spill long-buried secrets, including the truth behind Temi’s older sister’s mysterious disappearance five years earlier. In the end, it seems that Temi might be the sanest of them all…

In Only Big Bumbum Matters Tomorrow[7][8][9], Damilare Kuku brings her signature humor, boldness, and compassion to each member of this lovable but exasperating family. The novel reveals the ways in which a woman’s physical appearance can dictate her life and relationships and demonstrates the sharp double-edged sword of beauty.

Damilare Kuku's novel centers on 20-year-old Temi in Lagos, whose surgery to enhance her backside leads to family upheaval and reveals secrets, while addressing beauty standards and personal identity.
Author                   Damilare Kuku
Language                 English
Genre                    Coming-of-age story, Fiction                  
Publisher                ‎HarperVia, Simon & Schuster, 
                         Ouida Books, Pan Macmillan South Africa      
Date                     July, 2024
Publication Place        Nigeria
Media Type               Print. ebook
ISBN                     9789787852385

Theme

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The novel delves into themes such as the societal obsession with physical appearance, the influence of family expectations on individual choices, and the complexities of womanhood in modern Nigeria. Kuku uses the narrative to critique the cultural fixation on beauty standards and the lengths to which women go to achieve these ideals.

Reception

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Only Big Bumbum Matters Tomorrow has been praised for its sharp wit, relatable characters, and insightful commentary on Nigerian society. The novel blends humor with serious themes, creating a story that is both entertaining and thought-provoking. Reviewers on NetGalley[10], highlighted Kuku's ability to explore issues like body dysmorphia, sexism, and societal pressures on women in Nigeria. The book also delves into family dynamics, offering a nuanced portrayal of its characters and the impact of cultural expectations​

Background

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Damilare Kuku is an internationally bestselling Nigerian author, known for her previous work, Nearly All the Men in Lagos Are Mad. Her writing is celebrated for its boldness, humor, and exploration of complex social issues, particularly those affecting women in Nigeria.

References

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  1. ^ Kuku, Damilare. Nearly all the men in lagos are mad.
  2. ^ "Nearly All the Men in Lagos are Mad", Wikipedia, 2024-07-24, retrieved 2024-09-01
  3. ^ "Obafemi Awolowo University", Wikipedia, 2024-08-21, retrieved 2024-09-01
  4. ^ "Ifẹ", Wikipedia, 2024-09-01, retrieved 2024-09-01
  5. ^ "Lagos", Wikipedia, 2024-08-31, retrieved 2024-09-01
  6. ^ "Lagos", Wikipedia, 2024-08-31, retrieved 2024-09-01
  7. ^ "Member Reviews | NetGalley". www.netgalley.co.uk. Retrieved 2024-09-01.
  8. ^ Akinwale (2024-07-26). "Only Big Bumbum Matters Tomorrow by Damilare Kuku | Review". Littafi. Retrieved 2024-09-01.
  9. ^ "Only Big Bumbum Matters Tomorrow – Rovingheights Books". rhbooks.com.ng. Retrieved 2024-09-01.
  10. ^ "Member Reviews | NetGalley". www.netgalley.com. Retrieved 2024-09-01.

External

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https://www.nytimes.com/2024/02/07/books/books-lagos-nigeria.html

https://culturecustodian.com/damilare-kuku-captures-the-transformative-powers-of-humour-in-only-big-bumbum-matters-tomorrow/

https://culturecustodian.com/obasanjos-internet-damilare-kuku/

https://blog.piggyvest.com/life/damilare-kuku-mastered-the-art-of-selling-stories/