When Andayi Mushenye arrives in America, he expects to chase success and wealth, but instead, he finds himself lost in a whirlwind of cultural missteps and comedic misunderstandings. From mistaking “pizza” for a person to fleeing from sirens he assumes are police, Andayi’s first days in Michigan are a chaotic crash course in American life. Navigating escalators he’s never seen, deciphering slang he doesn’t understand, and learning the hard way that “all-you-can-eat” doesn’t mean “all-you-can-afford,” every moment is a hilarious and eye-opening adventure.
But surviving isn’t just about food—it’s about adaptation. Whether he’s cracking chicken bones for marrow at a KFC dinner, bleaching his entire wardrobe, or mistaking a spam email for a dire health warning, Andayi’s earnest attempts to fit in are as heartwarming as they are hilarious.
Will this village dreamer overcome the trials of culture shock, technology, and language barriers to succeed in America—or will his journey end with nothing but fish heads and frustration? This laugh-out-loud memoir of resilience, mishaps, and triumphs will leave you rooting for Andayi every step of the way.