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Halimat
Paperback
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Feb 21 2025
Pages: 60
Weight: 0.15
Height: 0.12 Width: 5.06 Depth: 7.81
Language: English
In the heart of Northern Nigeria, where tradition dictates a girl's fate, Halimat is born with a mind full of dreams and a spirit that refuses to be caged. From the moment she dares to seek an education, she becomes a quiet rebellion in a world that believes a girl's place is in marriage, not in school.
But Halimat's dreams are short-lived when she is sold into marriage at a tender age, her childhood stolen in the name of custom. Trapped in a life she never chose, she faces cruelty, heartbreak, and the suffocating silence of countless young girls before her. Yet, even in the darkest corners of her suffering, a flicker of hope remains-a love that grows in the shadows and a destiny that refuses to be buried.
With every struggle, Halimat learns that fate is not always written in stone. When a night of fire and fate changes everything, she is forced to choose between surrendering to tradition or fighting for the life she truly deserves.
Spanning themes of resilience, love, and the power of a single voice, Halimat is a deeply emotional and inspiring tale of one girl's journey to reclaim her freedom and become a voice for the voiceless. Heartbreaking yet hopeful, this novel is a tribute to every girl who has ever dared to dream.
Perfect for readers who love powerful, character-driven stories that challenge societal norms and inspire change.
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