Twice as Perfect

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Introducing a captivating young adult novel that explores the complexities of family, duty, and self-discovery. This compelling story centers on seventeen-year-old Adanna Nkwachi, who finds herself balancing school, her commitment to the debate team, and her responsibilities towards her Nigerian parents and her cousin Genny. As Adanna steps into the role of a caretaker while preparing for Genny's wedding to the famous Afrobeats superstar Skeleboy, she is haunted by the shadow of her older brother Sam's disappearance after a family conflict.

This emotionally charged narrative unfolds when fate intervenes, reuniting the estranged siblings. As they attempt to mend their fractured relationship, Adanna embarks on a profound journey of introspection, seeking the truth about Sam's departure. Amidst the stress of parental expectations, the pressures of an upcoming debate competition, and the vibrant chaos of a grand Nigerian wedding, will Adanna finally prioritize her own needs? This beautifully crafted tale emphasizes themes of familial loyalty, inner strength, and the importance of self-identity. A perfect read for anyone who enjoys heartfelt stories about growth and acceptance.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781250823496
Year: 2023
Publisher: St Martins Press

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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781250823496
Year: 2023
Publisher: St Martins Press


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For seventeen-year-old Adanna Nkwachi, life is all about duty: to school and the debate team, to her Nigerian parents, and even to her cousin Genny as Adanna helps prepare Genny’s wedding to Afrobeats superstar Skeleboy. Because ever since her older brother, Sam, had a fight with their parents a few years ago and disappeared, somebody had to fill the void he left behind.

One day, chance brings the siblings together again and they start working to repair their bond, and Adanna’s determined to get answers about the night Sam left. Amid parental pressure, anxiety over the debate competition, a complicated love life, and the Nigerian wedding-to-end-all-weddings, can Adanna learn, just this once, to put herself first?

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