The Girl with the Louding Voice

Name: The Girl with the Louding Voice
Brand: Hodder & Stoughton
SKU: 9781529359275
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The Bestselling Word of Mouth Hit That Will Win Over Your Heart

By Abi Daré

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( 157,414 ratings, 16,874 reviews)

Summary

The Girl with the Louding Voice by Abi Daré follows the journey of Adunni, a fourteen-year-old Nigerian girl who dreams of getting an education and finding her voice in a society that often silences women. Facing numerous challenges, Adunni's resilience and determination to achieve her aspirations illuminate her path towards empowerment and self-discovery.
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You might enjoy this book if you're inspired by stories of resilience and the power of education. It offers a compelling look at a young girl's quest for a better life and a voice of her own, set against the backdrop of Nigerian culture and societal challenges. The protagonist's determination and spirit are both heart-wrenching and uplifting.

The Girl with the Louding Voice

The unforgettable, inspiring, New York Times bestselling debut, shortlisted for the 2020 Desmond Elliott prize.

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The Girl with the Louding Voice by Abi Daré is an unforgettable tale that immerses readers in the life of Adunni, a courageous and spirited teenage girl born in a rural Nigerian village. At just fourteen years old, Adunni finds herself thrust into a life of hardship: she is sold as a wife, becomes a servant, and faces daunting adversities that would break many. However, Adunni’s remarkable determination and infectious joy shine through as she dreams of a better future.

With a burning determination to get an education and find her "louding voice", Adunni's story is a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit. Despite enduring oppressive circumstances, she refuses to be silenced, aspiring to stand up not only for herself but also for the girls who came before her. Driven by an indomitable will, she navigates her way from her small village to the affluent enclaves of Lagos, forging alliances along the way and transforming adversaries into allies. Her journey is both heart-breaking and inspiring, offering readers a profound glimpse into pleasure amid adversity.

As Recommended by Malala Yousafzai

An Instant New York Times Bestseller

A Top Ten Sunday Post Bestseller

A Stylist Best Book of 2020

Critically acclaimed and celebrated around the world, The Girl with the Louding Voice has captured the hearts of many:

"A stunning novel - original, beautiful, and powerful" - Rosamund Lupton

"A story of courage that will win over your heart" - Stylist

"An unforgettable novel" - Jeanine Cummins

"A sparkling debut . . . marks the appearance of a strong and stylish new talent" - Harper's Bazaar

"A true original, this will open your eyes" - Cosmopolitan

Abi Daré’s masterful storytelling not only brings Adunni’s extraordinary voice to life but also highlights the universal themes of injustice and the power of resilience. The Girl with the Louding Voice is an inspiring and emotionally charged narrative that champions the importance of education and the unyielding quest for self-determination.

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This debut novel has been hailed as brave and unforgettable, with vivid characters and an important story. Reviewers praise its fresh voice, humour, and determination, often highlighting its social impact. Narrated in brilliantly sustained broken English, it captivates readers with its penetrating look at child labour and child marriage.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529359275

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 October 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Sceptre

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 258g

Pages: 320

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About the Author

Abi Dare was born in Lagos, Nigeria, and holds a degree in law from the University of Wolverhampton, an MSc in International Project Management from Glasgow Caledonian University and an MA in Creative Writing from Birkbeck, University of London. Her debut novel, The Girl with the Louding Voice, was a New York Times and international bestseller, a BBC Radio 4 Book Club read and was shortlisted for multiple awards, including the Desmond Elliott Prize and the Guardian's Not the Booker Prize. It has been translated into twenty-one languages. In 2023, Abi established The Louding Voice Foundation to provide scholarships and empowerment programs for women and girls in underserved communities in Nigeria. She lives in Essex with her family.