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An incredible story of conquering the odds. It opened up my eyes to Somali desert nomads. I realised that there is so much about Africa I am yet to learn, as an African.

After reading this book, I realised something I realise each time I read an African book: We Africans are so different. I can't even imagine the trauma she went through with the mutilation but I can relate to the traditional medicine people violating a child's body in the name of culture or tradition in other ways.
It is an interesting and triggering story that also leaves the reader wondering if things will change

Every time the dreaded word ‘circumcision’ comes up, thrice already, I can feel my heart hurt painfully! 😞