A haunting debut novel exploring trauma and identity through a Nigerian fable lens, following Ada's fractured psyche.
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A haunting debut novel exploring trauma and identity through a Nigerian fable lens, following Ada's fractured psyche.
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Both a recounting of trauma and its impacts, as well as a retelling of a Nigerian fable. The main character's multiple experiences of trauma are retold and the author unflinchingly explores how they are impacted (e.g., self-harm, dissociation). The character's psychology is viewed through a non-Western lens.
What's Inside
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Romance & sex
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Frequent sexual encounters with hedonistic fervor; explicit and central to character dynamics. Rape and sexual violence depicted; significant to character trauma, though not overly graphic.
Violence & gore
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Moderate violence depicted, including domestic violence; not graphically detailed but recurring.
Profanity
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Minimal use of strong language; not a focus of the narrative.
Substance use
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Drug use mentioned as part of character experiences; not glamorized but present.
LGBTQ+ Rep.
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Central themes of gender and sexuality; explores non-binary and trans identities.
Religious content
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Igbo cosmology and spiritual beliefs woven into the narrative; not devotional.
Magic & witchcraft
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Strong supernatural elements with spiritfirst perspective; rituals and metaphysical themes central.
Occult / demonology
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No evidence found in available sources.
Political content
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Cultural and national identity themes explored; challenges Western mental health paradigms.
Self-harm / suicide
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Graphic and pervasive depictions of self-harm and suicidal ideation; central to story.
Abuse & suffering
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Child abuse and domestic violence recurring; integral to character’s traumatic experiences. Rape and sexual violence depicted; significant to character trauma, though not overly graphic.
Other
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