Vera
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Vera had everything planned until one night changed her life forever.
Denied the education she worked for and forced into motherhood by violence, Vera grows up fast in a world that offers no second chances. Eight years later, she is surviving, not living, when the return of her childhood best friend reopens wounds she thought had healed.
What begins as a reunion soon unravels into a story of hidden wealth, family betrayal, and secrets buried. As Vera navigates love, loyalty, and motherhood, she is confronted with a choice that could either destroy her or finally set her free.
Contemporary African Women's Fiction
First Published: March 2025
Re-edits: October-December, 2025
Republished: 31st December, 2025
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