Home Is a Silhouette

Home Is a Silhouette by Kataru Yahya is a debut novel published by Shaherazad Shelves on September 5, 2023. This edition, written in English and spanning 250 pages, presents a multi-POV loose retelling of Beauty and the Beast set in Ghana, exploring themes of social and family issues. The narrative follows Asiya Abdullah, who, despite having a seemingly perfect life, feels a deep yearning for genuine connections with her mother and friends. A single mistake leads her into a dark and violent world, revealing the harsh realities hidden behind the facade of wealth.

Readers will encounter the intertwined lives of Asiya and Lila, a maid who has resigned herself to her circumstances after years of servitude. As their paths converge, both characters face the shattering of their worlds, highlighting the complexities of their situations. The story delves into the struggles of youth, the quest for belonging, and the often brutal truths that lie beneath the surface of seemingly idyllic lives. This edition invites readers to reflect on the challenges faced by the characters as they navigate their intertwined fates.