A bold, unforgettable story of resilience, womanhood, and liberation.*
Set in 1980s Nigeria, *Ogadinma* follows a young woman whose life is upended by betrayal, exile, and forced marriage. After surviving sexual violence and an unwanted pregnancy, Ogadinma is sent from Kano to Lagos, where she’s pressured into marrying a much older man. What begins as a whirlwind romance quickly spirals into abuse and indignity.
But Ogadinma refuses to be broken.
With fierce determination and quiet strength, she begins to reclaim her voice, her freedom, and her future. This powerful debut from Ukamaka Olisakwe introduces a heroine who defies the odds and a writer who masterfully exposes the realities of patriarchy with grace and grit.
Why You’ll Love This Book:
A gripping womanhood narrative rooted in African history and culture
Vivid, lyrical prose that immerses you in 1980s Lagos
A story of survival and self-discovery that will stay with you long after the final page
Endorsed by literary icons like Christopher Merrill* and *Chinelo Okparanta
“A stirring, unflinching novel that cements Olisakwe as an important feminist voice.”
Rob Spillman
“Written in vivid, engaging prose, this is the story of one woman’s journey to independence.”
Chinelo Okparanta
Perfect for readers of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, Buchi Emecheta, and anyone who believes in the power of women’s stories.
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