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Freshwater

by Akwaeke Emezi

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A novel about Ada, who is shared by many selves rooted in Igbo spiritual belief.

NigerianAfro-descendant (diaspora)Literary fictionMyth and folkloreIdentityMythComing of age

  • First published 2018
  • Length Short (a weekend)
  • Language English

In lists: Afro-descendant voices

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