Single Sister,Because I am a Woman and High School Stories – Librarian Book Picks

Check out this week’s selection of great books chosen by our librarians! You can find all of these awesome titles and more at our Community Library at 196 Awolowo Road, Ikoyi, Lagos. Looking for your next great read? Search our catalogueand e-library or browse previous picks for inspiration.
Single Sister: A Contemporary Christian Novel by Moradeyo, Kemisole
This book is a brilliant, fascinating and inspired work about the lives of working class single ladies. The author skillfully analyzes their quests for everlasting love and desire for fulfillment in life and career. We see their different outlooks on life and men. Will they compromise their faith? Despite their ups and downs, will these ladies be single for ever?...
 
Because I am a Woman by Oko-Offoboche, Edisua
The plot of 'Because I am a Woman' addresses the crisis of the unequal relationships between men and women and the oppressive role burden imposed on women in every facet of their lives; at home, in school, at work and every where! Also it discusses Reproductive Health and rights issues as direct consequences of these oppressive gender roles. Amongst the issues it discusses are HIV/AIDS, Female Genital Cutting, Rape, Teenage pregnancy and Abortion, Family Planning, Relationships, Sexually Transmitted Infections, Commercial Sex Work, Cultism, Drug Abuse and Sexuality Education amongst others.
High School Stories by Solarin, Tai
High School Stories is a collection of short stories woven around themes that sustain the interest of adolescents and adults alike. In this novel, the author coherently teaches the well known moral that man is largely responsible for his ''fortune.''
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