We Were Once Girls – Aiwanose Odafen

Aiwanose Odafen's debut novel We Were Once Girls is a sweeping, intimate story set in Nigeria, following three women across generations as they navigate love, loss, ambition, and the weight of expectation. Bold, tender, and deeply human, Odafen's prose captures the complexity of womanhood in a rapidly changing society.

Perfect for fans of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, Oyinkan Braithwaite, and readers who love powerful African literary fiction. A standout debut celebrated for its emotional depth and vivid storytelling.

A trade paperback in Like New condition.