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Peace Adzo Medie

His Only Wife

Peace Adzo MedieFiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020

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Peace Adzo Medie

His Only Wife

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020
Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Ghana • Contemporary

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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His Only Wife by Peace Adzo Medie follows Afi Tekple, a young woman from Ho, Ghana, who enters a lavish but complicated life after an arranged marriage to Elikem Ganyo. Despite falling in love with Eli, Afi struggles with his continuing relationship with another woman, Muna. Seeking autonomy and fulfillment, Afi ultimately builds her career and chooses independence over her unfulfilling marriage.

Romantic

Contemplative

Emotional

Challenging

Bittersweet

Reviews & Readership

4.0

36,060 ratings

65%

Loved it

29%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

His Only Wife by Peace Adzo Medie is praised for its vibrant portrayal of contemporary Ghanaian life and its strong, relatable protagonist. Critics highlight the novel's exploration of cultural expectations and personal independence. However, some readers find the plot predictable and the supporting characters underdeveloped. Overall, it’s an engaging read with meaningful themes.

Who should read this

Who Should Read His Only Wife?

Readers who enjoy culturally rich narratives, strong female protagonists, and intricate family dynamics would be captivated by Peace Adzo Medie’s His Only Wife. Fans of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s Americanah and Ayọ̀bámi Adébáyọ̀’s Stay with Me will appreciate its exploration of modern romance in a Ghanaian context.

4.0

36,060 ratings

65%

Loved it

29%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Ghana • Contemporary

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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