Where We End And Begin

I loved this evocative, atmospheric second chance romance. I loved the way the author intricately entwined Nigerian culture into the plot and explored the social class structure to develop the personalities of the hero and heroine.Dunni and Obinna’s story is one of immediate connection. From the moment they meet, they feel an affinity that seems undeniable. As teenagers still bound to the strictures and mores of their parents, their love seems doomed. Dunni is encouraged to seek out boys of her own economic class and Obinna’s mother tells him getting caught up with Dunni will bring him nothing but trouble.Their love story is thwarted by Dunni’s parents, and they don’t see each other again for 12 years. It is a bittersweet reunion, and Dunni doesn’t trust the urbane playboy Obinna’s has become. He’s convinced she forgot about him and made her life in America.But Dunni is keeping secrets from Obinna’s, and as they reconnect and realize that their feelings are just as strong, she struggles with the burden of her truth.I loved the elements of predetermined fate and superstition Dunni’s grandmother brought to the story, and the descriptions of Nigerian food and what certain dishes meant to Obinna and his family.This is a character-driven romance perfect for readers of Yinka, Where is Your Huzband?A huge thanks to the publisher for providing me with an ARC in exchange for an honest review.