The Middle Daughter

Praised for its vivid storytelling and character depth, The Middle Daughter offers a powerful tale of personal transformation. The Middle Daughter by Chika Unigwe is a gripping tale of family, sisterhood, and self-discovery. After the tragic deaths of her sister Udodi and her father, seventeen-year-old Nani feels lost and alienated. She is drawn to an itinerant preacher who offers her a sense of belonging but traps her in an abusive marriage.

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The Middle Daughter by Chika Unigwe is a poignant novel set in contemporary Enugu, Nigeria, inspired by the myth of Hades and Persephone. The story follows 17-year-old Nani, who, devastated by the deaths of her sister Udodi and her father, seeks solace in a preacher, Ephraim. Their relationship leads to an abusive marriage, forcing Nani to rediscover her strength and reclaim her life. This emotionally charged narrative explores themes of grief, resilience, and self-discovery, blending Nigerian culture with universal struggles.

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Weight 0.5 kg
Dimensions 12.9 × 19.8 × 2.3 cm
Author

Format

Paperback
ISBN

9789785945164
Pages

320
Publisher

Canongate Books
Year Published

2024

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