I loved her

Akunna

by Akunna

Book
Atlanta USA , Cologne Germany 1996 – 2012
In the vibrant world of 90s Atlanta, Leyla struggles to find her place as a black girl facing societal challenges and navigating the complexities of her secret love for Joni. Bound by a deep, hidden relationship and conservative parents, Leyla’s life takes a painful turn when her family moves to Germany, tearing her from the love she cherishes. In Germany, she faces new trials and a profound sense of displacement. Just when she begins to settle into her new life, she receives shocking news, a terrible fact that plunges her into despair. Years later, an emotionally unavailable Leyla receives a call from Joni’s family, inviting her to confront the past she has left behind. Will she be able to confront her past, or will it reopen wounds that should have stayed sealed?

© Akunna 2024-08-09

Genres
Novels & Stories