Wayétu Moore

Wayétu Moore is a Liberian-American author known for her work in fiction and memoir. Her debut novel, 'She Would Be King,' blends magical realism with historical fiction to explore themes of freedom and identity. Moore is also the founder of One Moore Book, a non-profit organization that publishes culturally relevant books for children from countries with low literacy rates.

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  1. 1. She Would Be King

    Cover of 'She Would Be King' by Wayétu Moore

    Set against the backdrop of Liberia's founding, this novel weaves a rich tapestry of magical realism and historical fiction, following the intertwined destinies of three extraordinary characters. Gbessa, a woman shunned by her village for her perceived curse of immortality, June Dey, a man with superhuman strength born into slavery in Virginia, and Norman Aragon, the son of a Jamaican Maroon and a British colonizer, each possess unique powers that shape their lives. As their paths converge, they become pivotal in the creation of a new nation, using their gifts to challenge oppression and forge a future of hope and freedom.

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