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Playing by Her Rules
Tariela 'Tari' Ekiye, a successful Nigerian Interior Decorator living in the bustling city of Abuja, seems to have it all going for her. Things just get better when she is commissioned to redesign the interior of Hill House, one of the coveted properties in Abuja recently purchased by a mysterious buyer.
And then she literally crashes into Caetano 'Kay' Oyeniran, her football hero and longtime celebrity crush, denting his brand new car and her ego in the process! She ends up in the hospital, the only bright spot being in her meeting Dr Hafis Saleh, who ends up becoming her boyfriend.
Then Tari discovers that Kay, who returns to Nigeria to recover from a knee injury, happens to be the owner of Hill House. Sparks fly as their strong personalities collide and complications Tari torn between her relationship with Dr Hafis and her growing attraction to Kay, her faith and principles stuck in the middle.
And then she literally crashes into Caetano 'Kay' Oyeniran, her football hero and longtime celebrity crush, denting his brand new car and her ego in the process! She ends up in the hospital, the only bright spot being in her meeting Dr Hafis Saleh, who ends up becoming her boyfriend.
Then Tari discovers that Kay, who returns to Nigeria to recover from a knee injury, happens to be the owner of Hill House. Sparks fly as their strong personalities collide and complications Tari torn between her relationship with Dr Hafis and her growing attraction to Kay, her faith and principles stuck in the middle.
315 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 18, 2013
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October 6, 2014
The book brought a fresh vibe to contemporary romance. The writers vivid descriptions of city life in Nigeria brought back memories of what it was like to be back in Nigeria. She took us on a journey with the 2 protagonists and we wanted to see how it would all work out because the characters while likeable, had their own battles and flaws that made them people one could relate with. Tari isn't the usual quiet simpering heroine and Kay isn't the usual 'Jane Austen' quiet, brooding simmering hero. He is just a guy who knows what he wants and goes after it.
The author handles the faith aspect of the book - realistically and without punches. Not shying away from the challenges two people who are immensely attracted to each other face when one of them has a strong belief in God and the other has little or no moral qualms.
The ending is satisfying and gives you a sense that Tari and Kay will share an exciting future. Not just because she is cute and he is handsome but because they are good friends, share a love of many things - especially football and most importantly both share the same faith. I must add again if you like football - you will like this book. Well done Sifa.
The author handles the faith aspect of the book - realistically and without punches. Not shying away from the challenges two people who are immensely attracted to each other face when one of them has a strong belief in God and the other has little or no moral qualms.
The ending is satisfying and gives you a sense that Tari and Kay will share an exciting future. Not just because she is cute and he is handsome but because they are good friends, share a love of many things - especially football and most importantly both share the same faith. I must add again if you like football - you will like this book. Well done Sifa.
October 6, 2014
The energy of Nigerian culture gives fresh life to the usual romance tropes. Love it!
October 6, 2014
Beautifully captured the complexities of blended families and children of mixed heritage. The writer effortlessly keeps the reader interested till the last page. Eagerly awaiting a sequel.
November 22, 2014
Excellent book I enjoyed reading it very much. I didn't want to put it down until I finished reading it. It will keep you wanting to know what next.
Recommend you all to read it.
Recommend you all to read it.
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