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Peace
Peace Osei is young, beautiful – and addicted to heroin; the only thing that can keep painful past memories at bay. But when a face from the past re-enters her life demanding answers to questions she is not ready to face, it threatens to send Peace swimming deeper into self-destructive waters. Having spent so long drifting away from the real world, can Peace find the strength to face the past and banish her demons?
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First published September 4, 2012
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About the author
A.D. Koboah
4 books190 followersI am of Ghanaian descent and spent the first few years of my life in Ghana before moving to London which is where I have lived ever since. I completed an English Literature degree in 2000 and although I have always written in my spare time, I didn’t start writing full-time until a few years ago.
My first novel Dark Genesis was inspired by my thoughts on dehumanisation. I was fascinated by the ways in which people are able to dehumanise others, the impact it has on the psyche and whether it is possible for people to find their way back from being dehumanised. This led me to Luna and the ruins of a haunted chapel deep in the heart of Mississippi.
My first novel Dark Genesis was inspired by my thoughts on dehumanisation. I was fascinated by the ways in which people are able to dehumanise others, the impact it has on the psyche and whether it is possible for people to find their way back from being dehumanised. This led me to Luna and the ruins of a haunted chapel deep in the heart of Mississippi.
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January 1, 2018
I am primarily a biography or non-fiction reader, so am delighted when I find some fiction that lures me in. Such was the case with Ms. Koboah's book "Peace." The title of the book intrigued me alone as I often flash the peace sign in my daily living. I also hold England as one of my favorite places in the world, so was captivated by the cover with its London landmarks. My favorite color is blue, and the silhouette of the lovely woman on the cover with superimposed drug paraphernalia struck a curious contrast. I knew from the synopsis of the book that it was about a young woman addicted to heroin, so I was curious to know why a vision of such beauty as depicted on the bookcover would follow that path. The first pages of the book drew me in immediately with the woman named Peace gazing into the River Thames on a cold London evening. Peace narrates the whole book and Ms. Koboah is quite gifted in her easy but exquisitely descriptive writing style. From the first page, Peace's voice came alive and kept me interested as she told her story. The pace of this book in gradually revealing what led Peace to heroin addiction was a masterful and delicious unraveling as Ms. Koboah alternatively told the story from the past to the present. Suspense was kept throughout most of the book as to what happened to Peace's son and exactly how such a "good girl" landed in such unsavory circumstances. I thoroughly enjoyed and was kept interested by this book, and consider it a gift when that happens. I would definitely read another book by this talented writer.
September 2, 2015
I love the way Koboah writes. Dark, moving, intense at times. I thought this book was no exception. While the story rambled somewhat throughout, it was still a wonderful contemporary story about a young heroin addict facing some tough decisions and rough memories.
May 8, 2015
Loved it!! A.D. Koboah is seriously rising through the ranks with her deep, realistic writing. I absolutely loved this book and wouldn't mind reading a sequel, although one really isn't needed.
January 6, 2013
I received this book via LibraryThing's Member Giveaways.
This is a heartbreaking, well-written book. It is a dark and depressing story of a young woman of Ghanian descent who can barely survive in low-income London. We meet her as a heroin addict, learning that she is trying to forget a traumatic event. Koboah takes her time letting this story unfold, taking us into the past then to the present to see how each step in Peace's life has led to today.
I already felt immense sympathy for Peace, but about halfway through the book, I started crying. Each following page wasn't getting any brighter, and it only got worse. I couldn't stop reading while I was so dumbstruck with grief for Peace, so I resolved I wouldn't stop until my heart stopped breaking or the book ended. My tears did stop just before the end of the book, but I'm still melancholy. I will need to read a couple of lighter books before I venture into such darkness again. This is not a criticism of the book at all; it's a testament to how powerful the story is.
This is a heartbreaking, well-written book. It is a dark and depressing story of a young woman of Ghanian descent who can barely survive in low-income London. We meet her as a heroin addict, learning that she is trying to forget a traumatic event. Koboah takes her time letting this story unfold, taking us into the past then to the present to see how each step in Peace's life has led to today.
I already felt immense sympathy for Peace, but about halfway through the book, I started crying. Each following page wasn't getting any brighter, and it only got worse. I couldn't stop reading while I was so dumbstruck with grief for Peace, so I resolved I wouldn't stop until my heart stopped breaking or the book ended. My tears did stop just before the end of the book, but I'm still melancholy. I will need to read a couple of lighter books before I venture into such darkness again. This is not a criticism of the book at all; it's a testament to how powerful the story is.
June 1, 2013
Peace is a very troubled young woman. Her past has been very traumatic and she has turned to heroin to help her deal with the pain. She loves the feeling that it gives her and after everything she has been through, she would rather have her addiction than deal with the pain and hurt that her past has caused. She is trying her hardest to conceal her secret that has brought on her addiction but with her past coming back to ask a lot of questions that she is not willing to answer yet, will Peace be able to get through it all?
I did enjoy this book, it was a little slow to get started but once i got into it i couldn't put it down. You grow to feel like you know the characters and it becomes very emotional. It will have you laughing and crying. I am giving this book 4 stars as i did really enjoy it and it was beautifully written.
I did enjoy this book, it was a little slow to get started but once i got into it i couldn't put it down. You grow to feel like you know the characters and it becomes very emotional. It will have you laughing and crying. I am giving this book 4 stars as i did really enjoy it and it was beautifully written.
December 6, 2014
Dark, authentic story.
February 2, 2018
This should be required reading for anyone recovering from lose and addiction. They seem to go hand in hand.
February 19, 2018
To real to be ignored
This book takes you through the, why, when, how and where of becoming a drug addict and returning to Peace. The should be required reading for all recovery programs. Great read.
This book takes you through the, why, when, how and where of becoming a drug addict and returning to Peace. The should be required reading for all recovery programs. Great read.
October 16, 2013
Very dark and artfully crafted. Peace Osei is a very troubled girl on a path headed for destruction when we meet her. She's trying to escape past errors and secrets that threaten to destroy her. On her journey, she meets people who may just love her enough to help her pull through.
The book reads easily but it a tear-jerker in places. The dialectical speech is clumsy at times and slows the reader down. Overall, however, the story flows and gain momentums on the way. Koboah's writing style mimics well the anguish Peace feels in the book. I would prefer a little less heavy-handed description in spots. There are also places where too much is told in dialogue that rambles some.
Overall, I recommend the book, but bring tissues.
Disclaimer: I received a complimentary copy of this book in exchange for my unbiased review. All thoughts expressed are my own and in no way influenced by either the author or publisher.
The book reads easily but it a tear-jerker in places. The dialectical speech is clumsy at times and slows the reader down. Overall, however, the story flows and gain momentums on the way. Koboah's writing style mimics well the anguish Peace feels in the book. I would prefer a little less heavy-handed description in spots. There are also places where too much is told in dialogue that rambles some.
Overall, I recommend the book, but bring tissues.
Disclaimer: I received a complimentary copy of this book in exchange for my unbiased review. All thoughts expressed are my own and in no way influenced by either the author or publisher.
October 19, 2013
This is a heartbreaking story about a young woman who has hit rock bottom. Haunted by her past, Peace has turned to heroine to numb her pain. This book follows her struggle as she tries to come clean about mistakes she's made in the past and rid herself of this drug.
The novel was well written. The dialogue and characters were quite realistic and fleshed out. I enjoyed the writing style a lot.
Be warned that the novel is desperately sad. It does have a triumphant end so you don't wade through all of that sorrow for nothing, but still it is quite sad. I don't mind a sad book. I think they are necessary at times, but I've had other people get mad at me for recommending sad books to them so now I feel the need to give a warning.
If you are interested in reading a well-written solid story that will pull you into the world of a poor young woman who is addicted to heroine definitely pick this book up. It is well worth the read.
The novel was well written. The dialogue and characters were quite realistic and fleshed out. I enjoyed the writing style a lot.
Be warned that the novel is desperately sad. It does have a triumphant end so you don't wade through all of that sorrow for nothing, but still it is quite sad. I don't mind a sad book. I think they are necessary at times, but I've had other people get mad at me for recommending sad books to them so now I feel the need to give a warning.
If you are interested in reading a well-written solid story that will pull you into the world of a poor young woman who is addicted to heroine definitely pick this book up. It is well worth the read.
November 21, 2012
What do you do when you realize you've hit rock bottom and you don't want to leave that solid base?
Peace lives in the type of neighborhood we would classify as a ghetto. She doesn't have a job, friends, or a significant other. There is one thing that Peace does have though: a serious addiction to heroin. Deeply rooted in a dark past that is slowly revealed to us, Peace's addiction is more about her coping with her emotions than with the physical toll her body suffers at the hands of "the brown."
With plot twists that constantly kept me wondering what was going to happen next, Peace is a beautiful novel that is both heartbreaking and inspiring.
Peace lives in the type of neighborhood we would classify as a ghetto. She doesn't have a job, friends, or a significant other. There is one thing that Peace does have though: a serious addiction to heroin. Deeply rooted in a dark past that is slowly revealed to us, Peace's addiction is more about her coping with her emotions than with the physical toll her body suffers at the hands of "the brown."
With plot twists that constantly kept me wondering what was going to happen next, Peace is a beautiful novel that is both heartbreaking and inspiring.
October 22, 2012
What do you do when you realize you've hit rock bottom and you don't want to leave that solid base?
Peace lives in the type of neighborhood we would classify as a ghetto. She doesn't have a job, friends, or a significant other. There is one thing that Peace does have though: a serious addiction to heroin. Deeply rooted in a dark past that is slowly revealed to us, Peace's addiction is more about her coping with her emotions than with the physical toll her body suffers at the hands of "the brown."
With plot twists that constantly kept me wondering what was going to happen next, Peace is a beautiful novel that is both heartbreaking and inspiring.
Peace lives in the type of neighborhood we would classify as a ghetto. She doesn't have a job, friends, or a significant other. There is one thing that Peace does have though: a serious addiction to heroin. Deeply rooted in a dark past that is slowly revealed to us, Peace's addiction is more about her coping with her emotions than with the physical toll her body suffers at the hands of "the brown."
With plot twists that constantly kept me wondering what was going to happen next, Peace is a beautiful novel that is both heartbreaking and inspiring.
February 28, 2016
Am I choosing books based on which covers would look fabulous on my shelf? Maybe. But I lucked out this time.
This is the first book I've read that described in detail the racism in the U.K. Peace is a woman of Ghanaian decent living in London. She’s addicted to one of the nastiest drugs, heroin, and she’ll do just about anything to get a regular fix. When it first starts off, she seemed to be doing pretty well for an addict. Then through chapters set in the past, more is revealed about what is going on, and why she started using. Peace is the first drug addict that I was actually rooting for. Impressive writing. Loved it!
This is the first book I've read that described in detail the racism in the U.K. Peace is a woman of Ghanaian decent living in London. She’s addicted to one of the nastiest drugs, heroin, and she’ll do just about anything to get a regular fix. When it first starts off, she seemed to be doing pretty well for an addict. Then through chapters set in the past, more is revealed about what is going on, and why she started using. Peace is the first drug addict that I was actually rooting for. Impressive writing. Loved it!
October 27, 2013
I was given this book in exchange for an honest review.
What do you do when you have hit the bottom? Peace, the main character, looks at her past in order to pave her future. Fair warning this is a heart breaking story, but it is well written. I couldn't put it down even at 2am!! I look forward to reading more by this author.
What do you do when you have hit the bottom? Peace, the main character, looks at her past in order to pave her future. Fair warning this is a heart breaking story, but it is well written. I couldn't put it down even at 2am!! I look forward to reading more by this author.
March 24, 2016
The struggles of a young woman who goes through a most traumatic experience no woman (or parent) would every want to witness or experience; the loss of a child. Heroine was her way to escape that pain, but of course did not cure it. She had a great friend in her corner who would not let her go.
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January 25, 2014Peace. Great story
Happiness sadness despair loneliness strong emotions. Found myself needing to get to next page to find out about what happened next. Enjoyed this book immensely. Recommend this read.
Happiness sadness despair loneliness strong emotions. Found myself needing to get to next page to find out about what happened next. Enjoyed this book immensely. Recommend this read.
May 31, 2014
This was truly well done. The transitions between the past and present were seamless, and the emotions in the story felt real. I appreciated how I was almost forced to wait for the pieces of the puzzle to fall together, and when the tension got hot I felt that too. This was an awesome read.
January 27, 2013
Amazingly written, heartbreaking story.
I enjoyed this book so much, it really makes you suffer and smile as the characters do.
A sad but easily real story.
I enjoyed this book so much, it really makes you suffer and smile as the characters do.
A sad but easily real story.
June 7, 2015
A somber read with dark moments involving the drug usage but beautifully written.
I love that it end with a light at the end of the tunnel given all that the protagonist endures.
I love that it end with a light at the end of the tunnel given all that the protagonist endures.
September 14, 2016
Compassion, peace, and lobe
This book invoked strong emotions. I cried tears of sadness and tears of joy. I am in awe of the character's strength
This book invoked strong emotions. I cried tears of sadness and tears of joy. I am in awe of the character's strength
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