'Completely blew me away.' Daisy Johnson, author of Everything Under 'One of the most dazzling debuts I've ever read.' Taiye Selasi, author of Ghana Must Go 'I'm urging everyone to read it.' Sophie Mackintosh, author of The Water Cure Ada has always been unusual. Her parents prayed her into existence, but something must have gone awry. Their troubled child begins to develop separate selves and is prone to fits of anger and grief.When Ada grows up and heads to college in America, a traumatic event crystallises the selves into something more powerful. As Ada fades into the background of her own mind, these 'alters' - now protective, now hedonistic - take control, shifting her life in a dangerous direction.
Akwaeke Emezi
Akwaeke Emezi is a non-binary Nigerian author known for their debut novel "Freshwater," a groundbreaking work blending Igbo spirituality with themes of identity and mental health. Their lyrical prose and fearless exploration of complex themes have made them a leading voice in contemporary literature, challenging traditional narratives and expanding representation.
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