Determined to uncover her family's secrets and her own identity, Mma embarks on a quest for truth.

[3] Night Dancer is a novel set nearly over fifty years, avoiding the overwhelming backdrop of the Biafran War.

[4] Mma, a conflicted character, longs for her absent father, leading to strained relations with her mother.

Ezi, another character, offers a smoother narrative, sparking curiosity about the author's nonfiction work.

Mike's charm (Ema's father) is overshadowed by questions of authenticity or ingrained entitlement.