His debut novel, Taduno's Song (2016), was selected for the BBC Radio 2 Book Club,[1] and he has been compared to Franz Kafka and George Orwell in critical reviews.

"[16] It is " a fine, allusive challenge to the dictators who infest Africa—and the world,"[17] a book that "is a rich, multilayered work, exploring lessons of freedom, self-worth, forgiveness and faithfulness.

"[18] Indirect Libre calls it "a wholly engrossing, impressive debut by a writer who has taken the force of multiple influences and wielded them with an uncommon grace and lightness.

[20] It has been described as "timeless",[21] "magical"[22] and "a powerful story of one woman's fight for change and independence, despite the obstacles",[23] combining "folkloric elements with a strong central character to create a haunting and unusual narrative.

"[25] Emily Roberts of Student Newspaper says the author "successfully portrays the corruption within this town which, though fictional, echoes recognisable themes in the contemporary world, as oppressive laws by patriarchal figures disregard women's rights in many cultures" offering "a critique of conservative, backwards societies and demonstrates the power of individuals to defy outdated tradition.