Stay With Me: An Emotionally Gripping Novel by Ayobami Adebayo
Stay With Me, the debut novel by Ayobami Adebayo, is a heartbreaking story of love and loss set in Nigeria. From the very first page, it’s clear that this book will take readers on an emotional journey as they follow the lives of Yejide and Akin, a couple struggling to keep their marriage together while facing the heartbreak of infertility. Through the eyes of Yejide, the reader is given a glimpse into the struggles of life in Nigeria and how these struggles can affect even those with the best intentions. The characters are complex and nuanced, and Adebayo does a fantastic job of weaving together a story of hope, sorrow, and ultimately love that will stay with readers long after they turn the last page. With beautiful writing and powerful themes, Stay With Me is a must-read for anyone looking for an engrossing read about family, grief and resilience in contemporary Africa.