An Ordinary Wonder

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An Ordinary Wonder: A Moving Novel About Identity, Gender, and Family in Nigeria

An Ordinary Wonder tells the unforgettable story of Otolorin Akinro, an intersex Nigerian teenager navigating the challenges of identity, family, and self-discovery.

Raised as a boy in a wealthy but troubled Nigerian family, Otolorin knows two things: she is truly a girl, and to survive, she must hide her truth. At boarding school, away from her oppressive home, Oto blossoms. She forms meaningful friendships, excels academically, and earns a scholarship to an American university—hoping someone, somewhere, can help her understand the secrets her body holds.

But home calls her back. During the holidays, Oto reunites with her beloved twin sister, only to face her mother’s violence once more. When a traumatic incident shatters their lives, Oto is forced to confront the world alone and rebuild her life from the ashes.

This compelling coming-of-age story explores identity, gender, family dynamics, Nigerian culture, and the courage to embrace your true self. An Ordinary Wonder is a gripping, heartbreaking, and ultimately uplifting novel perfect for readers of The Vanishing Half, The Girl with the Louding Voice, and The Death of Vivek Oji.