The story follows two main protagonists whose narratives alternate throughout the book:
The novel begins when Little Bee is released from detention and travels to Sarah’s home, arriving just as Sarah is dealing with the aftermath of Andrew's suicide. Together, they must navigate their shared trauma and the complex reality of Little Bee's illegal status. Key Themes Kucuk Ari - Chris Cleave: Books - Amazon.com
(originally published as The Other Hand or Little Bee ) is a 2008 novel by British author Chris Cleave . It is a haunting yet witty exploration of how a single horrific encounter on a Nigerian beach inextricably links the lives of a young African refugee and a British couple. Plot Overview
A London-based magazine editor who, along with her husband Andrew, encountered Little Bee on a beach in Nigeria during a vacation intended to save their marriage.
A 16-year-old Nigerian girl who flees the "oil wars" in her homeland after witnessing the destruction of her village. She spends two years in a British immigration detention center, teaching herself "Queen’s English" to survive in a world she views through a lens of constant danger.