In the book, the man and the woman belong to Ibo and Ibibo groups which are two distinct tribes that live in the modern country of Nigeria. These tribes are found in and around the city of Lagos.
Both groups exhibit slightly different customs and traditions and in the book, a whole story is based around this. The Ibo are mostly rural tribes who follow old tribal customs and discourage love marriages. Parents in the community usually arrange marriages within the tribe and the children do not have a say. The Ibibo community however, is more modern and not bound by old traditions.
The book is on the turmoil and confusion that love can create when in between two very distinct African tribes.
George Washington was aware of the precedent he was setting with his words and actions as he was inaugurated as the first president of the United States.
