Ties That Tether

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Jane Igharo

One of Betches' 7 Books by Black Authors You Need to Read This Summer One of Elite Daily’s Books Featuring Interracial Relationships You Should Read In 2020 One of Marie Claire’s 2020 Books You Should Add to Your Reading List When a Nigerian woman falls for a man she knows will break her mother’s heart, she must choose between love and her family. At twelve years old, Azere promised her dying father she would marry a Nigerian man and preserve her culture, even after immigrating to Canada. Her mother has been vigilant about helping—well forcing—her to stay within the Nigerian dating pool ever since. But when another match-made-by-mom goes wrong, Azere ends up at a bar, enjoying the company and later sharing the bed of Rafael Castellano, a man who is tall, handsome, and…white. When their one-night stand unexpectedly evolves into something serious, Azere is caught between her feelings for Rafael and the compulsive need to please her mother. Soon, Azere can't help wondering if loving Rafael makes her any less of a Nigerian. Can she be with him without compromising her identity? The answer will either cause Azere to be audacious and fight for her happiness or continue as the compliant daughter.

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"I loved our main character in this book, she is inspiring, powerful and beautiful in so many ways. This book was amazing and kept me on my toes and i think anyone who likes romance would love their story "

justice eve 🦋

"Loved the story line."

Doe

"I really loved this book. I wanna cry, it was so good. Beautiful and honest. I'm still mad about the mom and how she was low key a hypocrite, but im proud of Azere for forgiving her. If it was me I would have dragged it on a bit longer lol. All in all so freaking good. I'm definitely going to purchase for my own collection. 10 out of 10! 😍🥰🤩"

Ketsira Pierre

"So the romance isn't my favorite in this book. It's serviceable what I do love about this book is the relatability if you have African or Caribbean parents with high expectations."

Ayesha Depay

"Another delightful 2020 fiction book"

Helena Malo

"What a great read. I couldn’t put it down. I laid in my bed on a Sunday and dove in. Didn’t want to put it down. Azere represents anyone who is trying to find their way in a world filled with other’s expectations. Definitely going to read it again because the first time was too fast. Azere and Rafael are just 😍😍😍."