11 parts Complete 'OceanHeart' - the widely-acclaimed, quintessential Afro-surreal epic - taps into influences from Greek myth, African spirituality, the I Ching, and ancient heart-centered storytelling techniques that are courageous enough to explore boundless depths of self-discovery.
In the tradition of 'The Alchemist' by Paulo Coelho, 'OceanHeart' is more than a story-it is a journey. A journey of spirit, of resilience, of transformation. At its heart is Nukolo, an intersex hero whose very existence defies the rigid structures of the world. Cast adrift in a society that does not understand them, they are reclaimed by the ocean, where a destiny both treacherous and luminous awaits. As they navigate divine trials and unravel the secrets of their lineage, Nukolo is guided by ancestral whispers, primordial forces, and the boundless wisdom of the waters that birthed them.
Set in East Africa, 'OceanHeart' breathes with the rhythms of the land and sea, honoring the sacred traditions, deities, spirits, and mythologies that shape its world. It is a story of spiritual awakening, of being othered and reclaiming power, of the fluidity of identity, and of the unbreakable bond between the seen and unseen.
For readers who have longed to see themselves reflected in myth, for the Black LGBTQIA+ community searching for stories that honor their truth, and for lovers of poetic prose that ebbs and flows like the tide-this novel is a revelation.
A triumph of AFRO-MAGIC, SURREALISM, and MYTHIC REBIRTH, 'OceanHeart' dares to ask:
'What if the ocean could dream?
...
What if it dreamed of you?'
