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Abeo Kata, a young West African woman, faces the brutal reality of ritual servitude and child slavery. In her quest for self‑actualization, she learns to love again while navigating family secrets that threaten to unravel her sense of identity. Through courage and the enduring bonds of family, Abeo discovers the strength within to reclaim her life and honor her cultural heritage.
First publish date: 2018
Genre: General Fiction/General Fiction
Authors: Bernice L. McFadden
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