Dele Weds Destiny

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The story follows three inseparable college friends in Nigeria who reunite in Lagos after thirty years. Funmi, Enitan, and Zainab, despite their differences, formed a lasting bond at university. Funmi is beautiful and determined, Enitan seeks escape from her overbearing single mother, and Zainab is elegant yet reserved, raised by her father's first two wives after her mother's death. Their friendship is complex, marked by loves and losses. Funmi's past includes stealing Zainab's boyfriend, leading to an abortion and his tragic death. Enitan's life was altered by an American Peace Corps volunteer, whose cultural differences created challenges in co-parenting their daughter. Zainab fell for her teacher, risking her relationship with her father. Now, thirty years later, they gather for Funmi's daughter Destiny's wedding. Enitan brings her American daughter, Remi, while Zainab nervously leaves her ill husband in their son's care. Funmi, eager for a perfect celebration, faces mounting tensions as the wedding day approaches. The narrative delves into the intricacies of their friendship and the wisdom they've gained, culminating in a poignant moment of decision. This debut novel captures the resilience of female friendship amidst cultural and personal challenges.