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From the award-winning author of Love After Love comes an epic tale of wonder, danger, and risk. This is the story of four women: Popo, Mana Lala, Doris, and Rosie, whose lives are intertwined and controlled by the notorious, charismatic gangster Boysie Singh.
Popo is brilliant, vulnerable, and trapped, determined to free herself from the shackles of her past. Mana Lala, a devoted mother, finds her only connection to her man in their young son, and she will do anything to keep them close. Doris, on the other hand, sees her husband as a means to climb the social ladder, convinced that the horrific stories she's heard won't be her own.
Rosie simply wants to mind her business, her lover Etty, and her store. Yet, all four women are bound together by the presence of Boysie Singh, the man they believed could love, help, or free them.
Pull up a chair and let these women tell their tales – of the man they thought could offer salvation, and how some of them managed to survive and share their stories.
In this captivating narrative, the author expertly weaves together the lives of these four women, each grappling with their own unique challenges and desires. Popo's struggle for freedom, Mana Lala's fierce maternal instincts, Doris' ambition, and Rosie's quest for simplicity all converge, creating a tapestry of resilience, vulnerability, and the complex power dynamics that shape their lives.
Through the women's perspectives, the reader is drawn into the intricate web of relationships and the elusive promise of redemption. The story explores themes of love, betrayal, and the relentless pursuit of personal empowerment, all against the backdrop of Boysie Singh's coercive influence.
The narrative's skillful structure allows the reader to delve into the nuanced emotions and motivations of each character, creating a rich and immersive experience. The author's vivid storytelling transports the reader into the world of these four women, inviting them to bear witness to their triumphs and tribulations.
Ultimately, this epic tale is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of personal agency, even in the face of overwhelming adversity. The reader is left with a profound appreciation for the complex and interconnected lives of these women, who, in their own ways, strive to forge their own paths amidst the constraints of their circumstances.
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publisher | Faber & Faber (April 25, 2024) | ||||
language | English | ||||
hardcover | 480 pages | ||||
isbn_10 | 0571386490 | ||||
isbn_13 | 978-0571386499 | ||||
item_weight | 1.41 pounds | ||||
dimensions | 5.71 x 1.65 x 8.86 inches | ||||
best_sellers_rank | #366,627 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) | ||||
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