Resident Alien

The narrative explores the contrasting lives of a naïve Kenyan bellhop and an American couple, highlighting themes of cultural dislocation and the allure of wealth. Set against the backdrop of a tourist hotel in Nairobi and an Indian Ocean resort, the story delves into the bellhop's attempts to understand the couple's intentions, revealing his struggles with poverty and longing for a more glamorous existence. Through this reflection, the protagonist grapples with his identity and the complexities of cross-cultural encounters.