A collection of four Nigerian stories exploring child abuse, domestic violence, culture shock, and the struggles within marriage. These thought-provoking tales capture the complexities of human relationships and societal challenges, offering a poignant glimpse into life in Nigeria. In AMERICA WILL CHANGE YOU, Amahle returns to Lagos, Nigeria, after several years in the United States. Her time overseas has left her condescending and dismissive of her humble beginnings, much to the shock and dismay of her family and friends. Amahle’s delusion and apparent amnesia about her roots create tension as they struggle to understand the person she has become. THE DAY MY FATHER DIED tells Uyai’s harrowing account of growing up in a home overshadowed by domestic violence. After a near-tragic incident where her mother barely survives an assault, Uyai and her family flee their once-comfortable life for a less privileged existence at her grandmother’s home. On Uyai’s tenth birthday, she makes a wish — one that comes true in ways she could never have imagined. In EKAETTE, Patricia begins to notice troubling signs in her marriage. Despite warnings from friends, she dismisses the idea that her husband, Samuel, could be having an affair, let alone with their maid, Ekaette. Told through the perspectives of Patricia, Samuel, and Ekaette, because when it come to the truth, everyone has their side of the story to tell. SMALLIE delves into the life of Rose, a young girl forced into prostitution to survive the unforgiving streets of Ajegunle. Her encounter with Mary, an assistant to the head of a non-profit organization, sparks hope for a better future. However, Mary’s mission is hindered by internal obstacles within the organization itself. Just as Rose begins to see a glimmer of hope, an unexpected event threatens to shatter her world forever.
