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A Familiar Stranger: A Visit From the Past

A Familiar Stranger: A Visit From the Past

Paperback

General Fiction

ISBN13: 9798763641080
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Apr 8 2024
Pages: 130
Weight: 0.40
Height: 0.28 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Not everything that shines is gold, and many individuals do not live up to their claims. Happy households are not characterized by their immense size or grandeur, nor by the frequency with which they are discussed. The tragicomedy depicts the journey of a young man determined to surmount the obstacles posed by the caste system in which he exists. He aspires to create a financial empire for himself, despite his humble beginnings. He possesses a kind heart, yet his mind is clouded by memories he wishes to forget. Unlike his peers, who have succumbed to the societal pressures of the typical African community, he chooses to venture into the lion's den, defying the wishes of his entire community in pursuit of his goals. This journey leads him to the most affluent, yet notorious, family in the region, who are currently experiencing hardships. His arrival seems like an answer to their prayers, but they remain unaware that the stranger they have welcomed is, in fact, someone they had encountered many years prior, albeit in a different context. Consequently, it is challenging to ascertain whether he seeks revenge or merely intends to exploit their resources to establish his own empire. Amidst unforeseen events, the reader is left to determine whether his actions are justifiable or if they are driven by cunning and vengeance. As the saying goes, the malevolence of men does not always catch up with them in the afterlife; sometimes, it begins on this earth.

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