We Were Girls Once

Description

We Were Girls Once by Aiwanose Odafen is a poignant coming-of-age novel that follows the intertwined lives of three Nigerian girls—Nkiru, Kaira, and Salewa—as they navigate friendship, family expectations, love, and societal pressures from girlhood into adulthood. Set against the vibrant backdrop of Lagos and later London, the story explores themes of identity, resilience, and the enduring power of female friendship amidst life’s trials.