My Name is Maame: The bestselling reading group book that will make you laugh and cry this year

MY NAME IS MAAME is a humorous, honest, and heartbreaking debut novel that follows the journey of Maddie Wright, a young woman navigating life in Ghana. The novel explores themes of heartbreak, friendship, and breaking the rules, and is a book that will leave readers feeling braver than they were when they started.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 400 pages
Publication date: 29 February 2024
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

The Instant New York Times Bestseller!

MY NAME IS MAAME is a hilarious, honest, and heartbreaking debut that will leave you in awe of its captivating heroine, Maddie Wright. This remarkable novel has been hailed as a 2023 Debut of the Year by numerous prestigious publications, including the Sunday Times, Stylist, Vogue, Red Magazine, Independent, Belfast Telegraph, Huffington Post UK, Pop Sugar, Harper's Bazaar, My Weekly, Evening Standard, Cosmopolitan, and Bustle.

Prepare to fall in love with Maddie, as I did! Bonnie Garmus, the Sunday Times bestselling author of Lessons in Chemistry, praises MY NAME IS MAAME as "utterly charming and deeply moving." Celeste Ng, the New York Times bestselling author of Little Fires Everywhere, describes it as "a beautiful, heartwarming, empowering book." Beth O'Leary, the Sunday Times bestselling author of The Flatshare, calls it "one of the must-reads of the year."

Maame (ma-meh) has various meanings in Twi, but in Maddie's case, it signifies woman. What do you say on a first date? Back pain in your mid-20s normal? Is it bad to cry at work? What percentage of young people are also carers? Meet Maddie Wright. She dreams of wearing a bright yellow suit, dating men her mother wouldn't approve of, standing up to her boss, and knowing why her father can't express his love for her. But will the world allow her to pursue her dreams?

MY NAME IS MAAME is a story of hope, resilience, and self-discovery. It explores the challenges of growing up, navigating relationships, and finding one's place in the world. Maddie's journey will resonate with anyone who has ever had to grow up or is still trying to figure out their path in life. With its witty dialogue, relatable characters, and powerful message, this novel is a must-read for anyone seeking a heartwarming and uplifting experience.

So, grab a copy of MY NAME IS MAAME and embark on a journey with Maddie Wright, a heroine you will never forget. Prepare to be entertained, inspired, and moved by this exceptional debut from an incredibly exciting new talent.

Weight: 280g
Dimension: 197 x 127 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529395617