My Sweet African Rib: Love Thwarts All Barriers is a touching story of Clare and Renson Wafula. Written in the first person, Clare, an American student, travels to Kenya for a history program, where she meets Renson, who becomes her student. Despite the cultural differences, they fall in love. After Clare returns to Virginia, they keep their bond strong through communication. Renson's hard work pays off as he earns a scholarship to Old Dominion University in Virginia, leading to a reunion.
As Clare's father struggles to disapprove their opinion due to racial and social differences, Renson converts education into a tool of overcome these challenges. Upon achieving his career goals and securing a high-ranking government job in Kenya, he invites Clare to join him. Clare defies her parents' wishes, marries Renson, and moves to Kenya. Here, Clare encounters resistance from Renny's mother due to racial and social issues.
In the end, their love withstands these challenges as both families eventually come to accept their relationship, showing that true love triumphs over all barriers. It's a compelling narrative of resilience, cross-cultural relationships, and challenging societal norms.