Braids Take a Day Zainab Boladale | The O'Brien Press

Uncovering secrets is like undoing braids. One at a time …

Abidemi can’t wait for summer, her last one at home in Ennistymon before she heads off to college. She’s ready to say goodbye to school, spend some time learning new braids and hairstyles – and see where things go with her friend Jack. But when she meets an intriguing woman from Nigeria, secrets start to unravel. Suddenly Abi’s life and family are changing and she needs to think hard about who she wants to be …

The eagerly-awaited debut YA novel from Zainab Boladale, an exciting and heartwarming coming-of-age story.