His Only Wife

Peace Adzo Medie

“His Only Wife” by Peace Adzo Medie is a contemporary novel set in Ghana, centering on the life of Afi Tekple, a young woman from a small town who is thrust into an arranged marriage with Elikem Ganyo, a wealthy man she barely knows. Afi’s marriage is arranged by Elikem’s family, who hope that she will win his affection and steer him away from a relationship with another woman they disapprove of. Although Elikem is absent at their wedding, Afi moves to Accra and is provided with a luxurious lifestyle, but she soon realizes that winning her husband’s love is more complicated than she anticipated.

As Afi grows into her new life, she struggles with the expectations placed on her by Elikem’s family and her own desires for independence, love, and respect. The novel explores themes of family dynamics, gender roles, and personal empowerment, as Afi begins to challenge the societal norms dictating her life. “His Only Wife” is a story about a woman’s journey to assert control over her life and marriage, confronting the difficult choices between tradition, family loyalty, and self-empowerment.

This edition

Readers also Enjoyed

Community Reviews