Abebi

Abebi by Gillian Lee-Fong, published by Diasporic Africa Press in 2017, is a 359-page novel written in English. This work narrates the incredible journey of a female warrior and apprentice healer from the Come-if-yuh-Dare Maroons, a mythical group of runaway slaves in the Jamaica Blue Mountains during the seventeenth century. As her peaceful existence is disrupted by a series of natural and spiritual calamities, she is compelled to take significant actions to endure the challenges she faces.

Readers will find a rich tapestry of magical realism woven throughout Abebi’s sacred journey, where she confronts both real and psychological demons in her pursuit of identity and redemption. The narrative explores themes of cultural heritage and resilience, highlighting the will to love and survive amidst adversity. This edition invites readers to immerse themselves in a story that blends historical elements with the fantastical, offering insights into the complexities of survival and the quest for home.