Ties That Tether
Ties That Tether by Jane Igharo is a contemporary romance published by Penguin on September 29, 2020. This 320-page novel explores the complexities of love and cultural expectations through the story of Azere, a Nigerian woman who grapples with her promise to her dying father to marry within her culture while navigating her feelings for Rafael, a white man. As Azere’s relationship with Rafael develops, she faces the challenge of balancing her desires with her family’s expectations.
Readers will find a narrative that delves into themes of identity, love, and familial obligation. Azere’s journey raises questions about cultural loyalty and personal happiness, as she must decide whether to adhere to her mother’s wishes or embrace a love that defies tradition. Ties That Tether presents a thoughtful exploration of multicultural and interracial dynamics, inviting readers to reflect on the intersections of romance and cultural heritage.
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When a Nigerian woman falls for a man she knows will break her mother’s heart, she must choose between love and her family.
At twelve years old, Azere promised her dying father she would marry a Nigerian man and preserve her culture, even after immigrating to Canada. Her mother has been vigilant about helping—well forcing—her to stay within the Nigerian dating pool ever since. But when another match-made-by-mom goes wrong, Azere ends up at a bar, enjoying the company and later sharing the bed of Rafael Castellano, a man who is tall, handsome, and…white.
When their one-night stand unexpectedly evolves into something serious, Azere is caught between her feelings for Rafael and the compulsive need to please her mother. Soon, Azere can’t help wondering if loving Rafael makes her any less of a Nigerian. Can she be with him without compromising her identity? The answer will either cause Azere to be audacious and fight for her happiness or continue as the compliant daughter.
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