Unfixed Abode: A journey through friendship, faith, fidelity and finding home

by Karena Matthew-Donawa

Unfixed Abode is a poignant and deeply personal memoir that traces one woman's journey through displacement, emotional trauma, friendship, and faith in the heart of Germany. Thrust into a foreign culture as a young nanny, Karena finds herself navigating not only language and cultural barriers but also the haunting experiences that come with betrayal, isolation, and survival. Set against the backdrop of a land both beautiful and bewildering, her story unfolds through powerful reflections on the search for belonging and the resilience required to reclaim one's voice.

As she forms meaningful friendships and endures painful ruptures, Karena confronts the quiet battles of the soul—the longing for home, the ache of identity, and the healing power of faith. From the warmth of unexpected companionship to the cold sting of injustice, Unfixed Abode captures raw moments of humanity that shape and reshape her definition of home.

Written with lyrical insight and emotional depth, this memoir is not just about surviving change but embracing it—with honesty, humour, and hope.

313 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 7, 2025