Peace Adzo Medie Collection 2 Books Set - Fiction - Paperback

Titles in This Set: His Only WifeNightbloom Condition: BRAND NEW Format: Paperback ISBN: 9780113290000 Overview: Introducing the Peace Adzo Medie Collection, a two-book set of contemporary Ghanaian fiction that invites readers into intimate, vividly drawn lives. Authored by Peace Adzo Medie, this pair pairs a sharp, witty exploration of marriage with a moving tale of friendship and ambition. His Only Wife and Nightbloom bring winning characters to life, revealing how love, family expectations, and personal choice collide in fast-moving urban and small-town settings. This paperback set is ideal for readers who relish relational drama, cultural nuance, and hopeful endings that linger. Together, they illuminate marriage and sisterhood. About the Books: His Only Wife follows Afi Tekple, a bright young seamstress from a small town in Ghana, who is swept into a marriage arranged by her family to Elikem Ganyo, a wealthy businessman. The agreement promises security and a new life, but the reality of a marriage built on appearances and obligations soon tests her. Medie balances wit with tenderness as Afi navigates cultural expectations, class dynamics, and the question of who gets to define happiness. In Accra's glittering but demanding world, Afi discovers unexpected independence, and the story unfolds with humor, heartbreak, and a hopeful resilience. Nightbloom centers on Selasi and Akorfa, cousins who were inseparable in childhood in the same small town. As adolescence arrives, Selasi changes in ways that unsettle Akorfa, and the sisters drift apart. Years later, they have pursued very different paths: Akorfa in international development in the United States, and Selasi in a bustling Accra restaurant scene. Reunited, their parallel journeys explore ambition, identity, and the distance between the lives they envisioned and the lives they actually lead. Medie's tone blends sharp dialogue, lyrical detail, and a compassionate gaze on friendship, forgiveness, and the costs and rewards of following your own path. Together, these two novels form a resonant collection that speaks to readers who relish character-driven drama, diaspora texture, and insightful portraits of love and resilience. Key Benefits: Two deeply human, Ghanaian-origin novels from a widely praised author Explores love, marriage, family expectations, and diaspora with warmth and wit Excellent for book clubs, gift-giving, and readers who enjoy character-driven drama Compact paperback format; an accessible, travel-ready collection About the Author: Peace Adzo Medie is a Ghanaian author whose novels illuminate intimate relationships and social realities with nuance and humor. Through a keen eye for detail, she crafts main characters who grapple with tradition, opportunity, and personal agency, making room for both warmth and sharp social critique. Her work often explores diaspora experiences, gender dynamics, and the everyday choices that shape families. Medie’s accessible voice, storytelling precision, and ability to balance tenderness with biting insight have earned her praise from readers and critics alike. This collection showcases her gifts in two interwoven, thought-provoking stories. Why You’ll Love This Set: Whether you’re drawn to the sharp social satire of His Only Wife or the intimate, diasporic heart of Nightbloom, this set offers rich storytelling and emotional resonance. It’s a fresh gateway into contemporary Ghanaian fiction that rewards repeat reads and thoughtful reflection. Perfect for gifting readers who crave warmth, insight, and unforgettable characters.