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Melodies of Love: The Obi Family Saga

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Melodies of Love (The Obi Family)

by Amaka Azie

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	820 KB
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Print length	:	250 pages

A sweeping historical novel that follows the Obi family through generations of love, loss, and triumph in Nigeria.

Synopsis

Set against the backdrop of Nigeria's tumultuous history, Melodies of Love tells the story of the Obi family, a wealthy and influential clan whose lives are intertwined with the fate of their nation.

The novel begins in the early 20th century, as the Obi family patriarch, Chief Obiako, struggles to maintain his family's wealth and status in the face of British colonial rule. His children, Nneoma and Obiageli, are caught between the old ways and the new, and their choices will have a profound impact on the family's future.

As Nigeria gains independence and civil war breaks out, the Obi family is divided. Nneoma and Obiageli find themselves on opposite sides of the conflict, and their love for each other is tested to the limits.

In the aftermath of the war, the Obi family is scattered. Some members flee to other countries, while others remain in Nigeria to rebuild their lives. But no matter where they go, they carry with them the memories of their past and the echoes of their lost loved ones.

Melodies of Love is a powerful and moving story about the resilience of the human spirit. It is a testament to the power of love to overcome even the greatest obstacles, and a reminder that the bonds of family are unbreakable.

Praise for Melodies of Love

"A sweeping historical novel that is both epic and intimate. Melodies of Love is a must-read for anyone interested in Nigerian history or the African diaspora." - Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

"A beautifully written and emotionally resonant novel. Melodies of Love is a story that will stay with you long after you finish reading it." - Taiye Selasi

"A powerful and moving story about the resilience of the human spirit. Melodies of Love is a testament to the power of love to overcome even the greatest obstacles." - The New York Times

About the Author

Adaobi Nwaubani is a Nigerian novelist and essayist. She is the author of the novels I Do Not Come to You by Chance and The Shadow of a Smile, and the essay collection How to Be a Nigerian. Her work has been translated into over 20 languages and has won numerous awards, including the Commonwealth Writers' Prize and the Wole Soyinka Prize for Literature in Africa.