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This collection offers a visceral and candid portrait of contemporary Ghanaian youth through interconnected short stories by acclaimed spoken-word artist Ama Asantewa Diaka. The narratives vividly capture the lives of young Ghanaians, exploring themes of friendship, passion, hope, and heartache. Characters like Opoku Sr. struggle to maintain his family's cocoa business after his father's death, burdened with caring for his younger siblings and a child whose mother has left. When his girlfriend reveals her pregnancy, he feels he has nothing left to give. Years later, Opoku Jr. grapples with his own challenges, including a girlfriend who suspects his infidelity and a secret relationship with another woman. Other characters, like John, share their experiences of unexpected connections, while Baaba navigates a tumultuous romance with her professor that leads to violence. Ayeley learns to embrace pleasure despite her upbringing. Diaka weaves together these interconnected lives in thirteen stories, addressing themes of economic hardship, trauma, and the complexities of the female body. Through their journeys, she highlights the hope and triumph found in everyday moments—love, art, and the bonds between women. Renowned for her lyrical prowess, Diaka reveals profound truths about her country and the universal human experience.
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someone birthed them broken, Ama Asantewa Diaka
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- 2024
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