What was life like being born as a girl and growing up in the pre-colonial era? Second-Class Citizen, a novel written by Buchi Emecheta gives you a vivid account of some part of it. The story revolves around Adah, a girl whose dreams were to get an education and travel to United Kingdom. In a […]
“Second-Class Citizen” Chronicles the Challenges of Motherhood, and Living With an Unfaithful Spouse
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Can Love Withstand 11 Years of Separation?
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In less than a week, I’ve read this book twice because I was somehow hoping the end would magically change. It still didn’t save me from another round of chest pain. *sniffs* This book will break you; your heart, your mind… I remember the first time I read it, when I finished, I just laid […]
A Mix of Violence, Romance and Friendship; This Book Will Keep You On Your Toes
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Ajayi Mary’s To Kill A Raving Victim is a fictional novel that revolves around the failings and strengths of Valerie Atta, a half-bred girl (Ghanaian father and Nigerian Mother). The time frame of each activity in the book enables the reader to keep up with the story. The book depicts the struggles of the protagonist […]
‘The Reunion’ Proves That Love and Fate Work Hand in Hand
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Tomilola Coco is one writer I have followed for a long time from her blogs. So when The Reunion dropped, I was eager to start reading. I knew that although it is a romance novel, it will be with a distinct ‘Tomi flavour’ and truly I wasn’t disappointed. The Reunion tells the story of Yemi […]
Freshwater by Akwaeke Emezi Gets Slashed to ₦1,000
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You have been living under a rock if you haven’t heard about Freshwater. Freshwater by Akwaeke Emezi is compelling, dark, rich and mesmerizing. The book follows Ada, a young girl growing up in Nigeria, as she is both plagued and protected by a host of spirits that cohabitate her body and share her thoughts. Through […]
“The Search” by Joe Dauda, Exposes the Connection Between Politics and Religion
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In The Search, the author, Joe Dauda, humourously takes you through the life of a wealthy man, Dan, who is trying to navigate the rough terrain of business, have a happy wife and home, and sticking to his strong personal beliefs. Dan has a near death experience that has him liquidating his billion-naira empire and […]
“Loving Amanda” by Laju Iren is the Perfect Motivational Book For When the Going Gets Tough
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Loving Amanda, is a Christian romance book, that has been written in the third person narrative, which shares with us the grass to grace story of the main character, Amanda. There are so many things to love about this book, because the message it preaches, is one that everyone should condone in their daily lives, […]