His Only Wife by Peace Adzo Medie

Set in Ghana, this compelling novel follows Afi Tekple, a young seamstress from a small town, who is thrust into an arranged marriage with a wealthy man she has never met. As she navigates the complexities of her new life in Accra, Afi grapples with the expectations placed upon her by her family and society. Her journey of self-discovery is marked by the challenges of love, loyalty, and independence, as she strives to carve out her own identity amidst the pressures of tradition and modernity.