THIS THING CALLED LOVE
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Last published Fri, Feb 27, 2026
Amara returns to 1960s Nigeria, a nation on the brink of chaos, where tribal tensions and military coups threaten to tear the country apart. After three years studying in America, she must navigate the complexities of her family's expectations and her own desires, she must confront the secrets she's kept hidden, including a forbidden love that threatens to upend her world. Set against the vibrant backdrop of Nigerian culture and politics, this story is a powerful exploration of love and hate, war, identity and loyalty.
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