Uncovering secrets is like undoing braids, one at a time
Abidemi cant wait for summer. Shes ready to spend some time learning new hairstyles and see where things go with her friend Jack.
But when she meets an intriguing woman from Nigeria, secrets start to unravel
Uncovering secrets is like undoing braids, one at a time
Abidemi cant wait for summer, her last one at home in Ennistymon before she heads off to college. Shes ready to say goodbye to school, spend some time learning new braids and hairstyles and see where things go with her friend Jack.
But when she meets an intriguing woman from Nigeria, secrets start to unravel. Suddenly Abis life and family are changing and she needs to think hard about who she wants to be
artfully intertwines themes of cultural exploration and self-discovery one of the novels strengths lies in Boladales use of braiding as a metaphor for life, weaving together strands of culture, femininity and autonomy Braids Take A Day celebrates the resilience and adaptability of the human spirit, urging us to embrace new adventures while honouring our essence and heritage
-- Inis Magazine, reviewed by Suchismitta DattaguptaA coming of age story featuring Nigerian-Irish culture, its Boladales first book and is an intriguing read, as Abis family secrets are gradually revealed to both Abi and the reader. First love, teen parties and braids!
-- Sarah Webb