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Madam Tin b s political manoeuvrings and various conspiracies and plots playing out all around keep her and indeed us readers on her toes as she also tries to find a way to escape or perhaps be freed and find her family The author has done a wonderful job weaving in k mi s fictional tale within the broad contours of Madam Tin b and f n et n An w r s real ones. Continue the audible book the stolen daughter All in all The Stolen Daughter is an engaging piece of historical fiction which gives us an interesting story amidst a historical backdrop I knew little about and which I enjoyed reading very much. Continue the audible book the stolen daughter 25 stars The Stolen Daughter It was 1848 in a small West African village when fourteen year old k mi woke to the smell of smoke and she realised her village was on fire Rushing to escape.
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In a world devoid of free will a rebellion simmers k mi a young woman yearning for autonomy finds herself caught between the iron grip of fate and the flickering hope of freedom The Stolen Daughter by Florence l j d is an inspiring historical fiction set in Yorubaland modern Nigeria starts in the late 1840s into late 1850s This novel explores how a woman k mi transcends societal limitations and transforms from a menial tasks servant into a warrior navigating a world that undervalues her strength and yearning for freedom. The stolen daughters of chibok This novel is about k mi s journey into enslavement under a rich Madam in Yorubaland a long way from her home Though forced into servitude k mi s bravery and intuition shine through She manages to elevate her skills from daily tasks to those of a warrior through a grant from the Madam for saving her live The Madam grant k mi s wish sensing her usefulness as the Madam s warrior Even when she grows powerful enough to inflict serious harm she chooses to minimize pain to others when faced with Madam s harsh demands k mi yearns to return home and though her path is perilous the hope of returning fuels her determination Her journey is fraught with tumultuous events but k mi persistently holds onto her inherent goodness A quality that lead her to the reward that awaits her at the end of the journey. Continue the audible book the stolen daughter With a captivating writing style Florence crafts an unforgettable emotional journey She portrays a complex character k mi navigating a world steeped in Nigeria s tumultuous history The novel delves deeply into the power dynamics of enslavement and a patriarchal society While some readers may find themes of violence misogyny and attempted rape triggering the book sheds light on the harsh realities of human slavery and colonization Ultimately it serves as an important reminder of the lasting impact these systems have on the people they exploit k mi s remarkable journey exemplifies the power of resilience in the face of societal constraints Her transformation underscores the potential for women to defy limitations and carve their own path even in a world that undervalues their strength Ultimately k mi s story resonates with the enduring human desire for freedom and the unwavering spirit that can overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles Prepare to be swept away by a powerful historical coming of age story If you crave tales of resilience hope and the fight for freedom this book won t let you down The Stolen Daughter Review byRutendo C ReviewerLast updated on 09 Apr 2024Book title The Stolen DaughterAuthor Florence OlajidePublisher BookoutoreReviewed by Rutendo Chitondwe aka viveonbooksA captivating and compelling read from Florence Olajide that is sure to take Africans back in timeeither to marvel and cherish some of their rich traditions and culture and or to simply reflect on how far they ve come and grown as a continent. Stolen daughter 2015 123books On the same notethe read also conscientizes Africans not to forget their historynot so as to harbor animosity towards their past oppressorsAfrican rulers and white settlers alike but to heal and grow from it as a continent. Stolen daughters by carolyn arnold Florence Olajide The Stolen Daughter is a historical fiction about a young girlAdeSikemi affectionately referred to as Sikemi sojourning through Yorubaland currently known as Nigeria after being captured by two different tribes and enslaved by the people of her own kind for years only to taste freedom years later. Continue the audible book the stolen daughter The plot opens up with our protagonistSikemi a young girl at the brink of adolescence and her being her father s former pride and joy that isbefore the birth of his son and her brother Kunlespent most of her time in her father s male company. The stolen daughter book This led to her adopting male mannerisms and being adventurous like a boy as she d venture out into the forest to huntjust to list one of the activities that boys took part inin the company of her younger brother and only friend after being isolated alienated by her cousin sisters because she was different and preferred rigorous activitiesmuch to the dismay of her aunts who deemed this as an excuse to desert and abscond her feminine duties out of pure and utter laziness. Continue the audible book the stolen daughter Little did they know that Sikemi s nature and the little bush training as I d like to call itshe got from her father would contribute immensely as it became her lifeline during her enslavement as well as the key to her survival and ultimately her long sought freedom. Stolen daughter 2015 123books Though the author s main thrust is slaverywhich actually flows throughout the whole proseFlorence seized the opportunity to paint a picture for the readers of what life was like for the African woman before colonisation and maybe what it still was during and after it. The stolen daughter book She does so through most of the female charactershowever Sikemi is the author s main vessel or instrument rather as she highlights a number of issues such as female emancipation male chauvinismgender discriminationpolygamysisterhooddeception just to mention but a few as only a select few shall be discussed in detail below. Stolen daughter 2015 123books In the African context as well as culturea young girl would be betrothed to a young man her or near her ageeven older by eons and when she becomes of age she d be escorted to her potential husband s place as the bride price would ve already been paid for. Continue the audible book the stolen daughter The same is true in the character Sikemi s case as she is enjoying her life and her boy like leisure escapadesshe finds herself betrothed to Folarina sickeningly handsome yet arrogant young lad by her father and uncles right under her nosethat too without her knowledge and consent only to find out through the grape vine especially from her potential would be in laws referring to her as our daughter in law out of the blue. The stolen daughter book The author used these three characters to highlight that women during those strict times were required and expected to be conservative they defied the odds and participated in what were labeled male activities and were only reserved for men. Continue the audible book the stolen daughter For instanceSikemi after almost being molested by Madame Tinubu s foreman decided she d train to be a female warrior like her initial captors and be able to defend herself from lustful men. The stolen daughter by florence Her training ultimately made her stand out from other slaves and was the key to her freedom later onalthough it took years This fact reminds me of how the Israelites took forty years to reach Canaan compared to the actual time they were supposed to take. Continue the audible book the stolen daughter In Madam Tinubu and Madam Efunsetan s case these two thrived in the world of business by conducting slave raids on other tribesthough it is a social vice that was their strongest arsenal in the world of politicsthat was labeled a man s only playing fieldwhich they dominated and actually gained a firm footing in. The stolen daughter reshonda tate billingsley On the contrary their successful slave rackets annoyed a lot their male adversaries as they were constantly plotted and conspired againstsimply because they had enormous wealthwealth that attracted powerpower that could be used against them male chiefs and generals when the need arose. The stolen daughter by florence Readers are simply going to fall in love with this prose as it is written in the most beautiful way possiblethough it is a fiction it is written as honestly as possible and the details aren t far fetched. The stolen daughter book Thank you Net Galley which was one of my favorite reads from last year I highly recommend reading this story thank you so much to Netgalley and the author for an arc copy The Stolen Daughter Content warnings slavery slave trade oppression of minority groups Representation people of colour Thanks to Bookouture for the digital review copy I participated in the Instagram blogtour for the novel The Stolen Daughter and I was very positive about it I am definitely a History fanatic so when I could join this blogtour I did not hesitate I am very interested in the period of slavery and slave trade but the only information I received on this topic in school and university was very much from a Dutch and or West European perspective Experiences from a black person that was made a slave I have only encountered once the narrative of Frederick Douglass telling his experiences as a slave in South America This book however tells the story of a black slave in Africa which was a completely new experience for me to read Even though you might not like the story it s definitely an important one and I think everyone should read this The oppression that many people went through and many people in minority are still going through on a daily basis is so well described in this book and it made me as a white person feel to uncomfortable I was disgusted by the way in which the slaves were treated and it made me realise that many people are still being treated so badly That in turn made me angry and made me feel the importance of stories like this Besides the importance the story itself was very interesting Not only did the narrator not care about the etiquette of slaves how slaves should behave but she was also an activist and feminist which I absolutely loved Such a badass She really fights for her life and is a great example for many because of it There s so much to say about this book but I think you should experience it yourself I would definitely recommend The Stolen Daughter 1848 The Yoruba Kingdom West Africa Fourteen year old k mi longs for the freedom enjoyed by the boys of her village All she wants to do is be like them and her defiant behaviour is always getting her into trouble She cannot understand why her lot should be one of marriage and motherhood when she is just as good at hunting and bushcraft as they are. Stolen daughter 2015 When the peace of the village is shattered by the arrival of slave raiders k mi s frustrations are thrown into sharp relief Torn away from her family and traded as a slave she is bought by Madam Tin b a rich and powerful woman at the heart of the West African slave trade k mi s only concern now is to stay alive. Continue the audible book the stolen daughter By chance k mi comes to Madam s attention after saving her from an attempt on her life As a result her capricious owner spots an opportunity to use her for her own ends k mi is given the chance to train as the warrior she has always longed to be and she begins to lay plans to find her way back to her parents and younger brother. Continue the audible book the stolen daughter I loved Florence l j d s fascinating memoir Coconut about how her life has been shaped to give her a foothold in two cultures Britain and Nigeria So when I heard she had written her first novel The Stolen Daughter I could not wait to read it. The stolen daughter book The Stolen Daughter is the epic story of k mi a young girl snatched from her family and forced into slavery in nineteenth century West Africa k mi is a bold and courageous character and l j d uses her struggles beautifully to fashion a tale that totally immerses you in the life of a young woman swept along on a tide that she cannot control k mi refuses to be cowed and her intelligence intuition and sheer force of will are powerful weapons in the long game she must play At times she does get lost in the manipulative schemes of others which allows the story to take lovely twists and turns especially when it comes to friendship the possibility of love and the things she is prepared to do to win her freedom I adored her taking her completely into my heart which tied me completely to every one of the triumphs and tragedies that mark her journey. The stolen daughter book Through k mi s story l j d touches on so many aspects of the history of this region primarily around the slave trade and the relationships between the divided ethnic groups of the Yoruba Kingdom and the white man Rather than follow the well worn path of a slave taken across the ocean to toil for the British empire or in the Americas l j d turns her eyes to the workings of the slave trade within Africa itself which makes this an eye opening read l j d delves into the mechanics of slave raids the vicious infighting between tribes and the enormous wealth garnered from the slave trade that fed the political ambitions of families in power It is horribly fascinating to read about and she does not shy away from addressing the complicity of the West Africans who exploited their own people for personal gain nor the excruciating complexities of the relationships between them and Britain that led to the eventual formation of Nigeria There is an intriguing thread to the novel which explores the role of women in Yoruba culture which I found really thought provoking There are many powerful female characters in the story some of whom are intimately involved in supporting the political machinations of their families as financial backers through the slave trade And yet they are never allowed to exceed their place in the patriarchal structure they inhabit This is strictly a man s world and the women are never allowed to forget this often through violent means Much to ponder upon there And speaking of pondering I highly recommend a read of l j d s poignant reflections on the legacy of the slave trade today particularly the stigma that still abounds in Nigeria in respect of families who were touched by its reach The Stolen Daughter is an impressive fiction debut It is a fine example of my absolute favourite kind of historical novel one which totally consumes you with a well written story teaches you about uncomfortable history and makes you take a good hard look at the lessons the past can teach us The Stolen Daughter Yor b Kingdom 1848. Stolen daughters by carolyn arnold During a raid on their village 14 year old S k mi is separated from her family She s captured and headed for the slave market where she is subsequently sold to Madam Tin b. Stolen daughter 2015 S k mi chooses to train as a warrior and to join Madam s guard It will give her an advantage to plot her escape and to be reunited with her family This was such a harrowing story set during the dawn of British colonialism. The stolen daughters of chibok S k mi was an inspiring character however when she trained as Madam s guard she started capturing innocent people who were then sold into slavery Essentially she did what was done to her That was the part I didn t like I know she did it to survive but I thought she might show compassion and empathy She didn t take people who were feeble and old she only took those who could withstand being slaves. Stolen daughters by carolyn arnold Overall this book portrays an interesting part of history which was unknown to me It s definitely thought provoking and will make you think The Stolen Daughter The Stolen Daughter is set in the Yor b Kingdom present day Nigeria in 1848 During a raid on their village 14 year old S k mi is separated from her family She and her betrothed Folarin are captured and trekked to the slave market She is sold to Madam Tin b escaping the slave ships to America Being a slave is not easy especially for the independent and outspoken S k mi She is often in trouble being given extra work for her behaviour While delivering wood to the main house she sees a young child playing with something on the ground Realizing it is a baby cobra she intervenes and saves the child s life It is the son of the foreman so she is rewarded by living in the compound of the foreman s family and caring for the children after she recovers She eventually ends up working in Madam s home and discovers a conspiracy to kill her Saving her and her maid servant from being poisoned she is granted a request She can t ask for her freedom so she asks to be trained as a warrior and to join Madam s guard Hopefully these skills will help her escape and find her family Things don t always go as planned and S k mi spends years as a slave moving from place to place and even ending up with a new master As the years passed with S k mi she despaired of ever seeing her family again Would she manage to escape the confines of slavery Were her family even alive And who could she trust This is a heartbreaking story of Western Africa during the time of the slave trade and British Colonization Although this book deals with slavery it doesn t cross the ocean to North America From the dawn of time slavery has been part of human life I did know that the African people who became slaves were often turned over by other tribes I didn t realize it was so widespread and a way of life Tribal leaders trained their guards and armies to go on these raids and capture innocents to see all to get richer and gain power S k mi was an inspiring character She was strong smart and do whatever she had to in order to gain her freedom or escape This story shows how people who were inherently good get caught up in evil as once she trained as a guard she participated and even lead raids to capture innocent people who were then sold into slavery She tried to appease herself by releasing people who were feeble old or children only taking those who could withstand being slaves She was kind to the children and those who needed someone to protect them in the compounds as well The Stolen Daughter is a story of courage determination fear and strength In a man s world and a world of slavery women were chattels never worth much but S k mi gains respect through her abilities tenacity and the steps she takes to save her masters This story is inspired by true events and while heartbreaking in part there is also an uplifting feeling as the story progresses We learn about the British attempt to end the slave trade the love that some characters find and the courage of a young woman who lost her family and her freedom in the worst possible way Highly recommended I read historical fiction to learn about times and events that I am not familiar with and this book scored huge in that regard I definitely recommend this one The Stolen Daughter I received a review copy from Sarah Hardy at Bookouture via NetGalley for which my thanks. Stolen daughter 2015 tubi Diving straight into the action as The Stolen Daughter opens in mid nineteenth century Nigeria we meet 14 year old k mi living in a small Yoruba village with her parents little brother K nl and extended family many of whom are disapproving of her unusual ways Having been brought up by her father much like a son even being trained to hunt at least until K nl arrives on the scene k mi delights in the forest and the outdoors but as a girl she is expected to conform to other behaviours and is also betrothed to F l r n But her village is suddenly raided by slave traders one night and k mi soon finds herself in the slave market in the town of B d gr from where she is purchased for the home of the powerful and wealthy Madam Tin b Though Madam Tin b s slaves are well fed and given all the basic facilities life is still hard k mi must start at the bottom of the rung chopping wood but works her way once she understands how power equations work in the compound to being assigned different tasks With her headstrongness and outspokenness trouble is never far behind But luck is on her side as she does manage to get past each successive episode alongside growing in stature in the household Eventually she finds herself by the side of Madam Tin b herself the latter allowing her to train as a warrior and be part of her guard With it k mi gets one thing her heart desires but her real aim remains escaping and finding the family she was separated from. The stolen daughter by florence Combining historical and fictional characters and set against a historical scenario Florence l j d gives us a strong and spirited character in k mi who is at the same time realistic and flawed In her ways and actions wanting to be a warrior for instance or preferring the forest to the indoors she questions stereotypes and through the chances that come her way does go on to break them as well She can t bear injustice or unfairness stepping in even if it brings trouble on herself and shows compassion where she can She is independent and brave not easily intimidated but does show sense when she is in a situation beyond handling At the same time she is convincingly portrayed having to give into or herself committing what she would consider abhorrent when there is little choice or letting her temper or at times her emotions get the better of her to her detriment Her decisions and actions may be questionable sometimes but for the most part her heart is in the right place. Continue the audible book the stolen daughter In some senses women s role and challenges at the time is an issue this novel looks at in some form or other all through from unwanted advances which those who were slaves had to simply bear or weren t trained to fight off to the roles traditionally expected or even taking on role not traditionally for women k mi is not the only one who challenges these Madam Tin b a powerful and wealthy slave trader and former Queen consort who played with politics and power not always successfully at a time when the British were establishing a presence in their midst as also f n et n An w r another successful Yoruba Cheftain merchant and slave trader whom we encounter later in the book also did and both these were real life powerful figures at their time As k mi s story unfolds we also get a look at these two remarkable women their lives and political manoeuvrings as also the broader political and social scenario that was unfolding at the time Likewise is the cruel world of slavery and slave trade Slave markets bustle and traders profit but what of those who have been reduced to commodities Some shipped off to strange foreign lands in this case a scenario that is present but not explored others in their own lands having to bear hardships and challenges every day While those in establishments like Madam Tin b s mightn t have wanted for food or basic needs like hygiene the work was hard and if they happened to cross the wrong person either punishment or resale was their fate But even before they got there there would be the harrowing experience of capture that k mi goes through and must later put others through even though she shows some compassion sparing the weak separated from the families and homes they loved many times never to return The story itself is well told and keeps one reading all the way as k mi goes quite literally from one adventure to another bringing on trouble and enemies particularly so in the initial parts Even later while her position is in some ways settled desperate to find her mother father and little brother she wasn t able to fulfil that wish before she was taken by slave raiders Marching through the forests for days and weeks eventually they arrived at the port where slaves were being sold Her fate lay in the hands of Madam Tin b a rich and powerful woman at least she didn t end up on the American ships where she d never see her homeland again k mi was a determined young woman with an unbreakable spirit never one to toe the line After saving a young boy from a deadly snake bite she was granted her wish to become a warrior She knew it would keep her safe to be able to defend herself It would also help her achieve her dream of escape Many years passed as k mi still a slave despaired of ever seeing her family again Would she manage to escape the confines of slavery Were her family even alive And who could she trust The Stolen Daughter is my first read by Florence Olajide and it s a gripping story of courage determination fear and strength In a man s world and a world of slavery women were chattels never worth much But the hardship that k mi suffered was real The Stolen Daughter is inspired by true events and while heartbreaking in part I felt admiration for the young woman who had lost her family and her freedom in the worst possible way Highly recommended. Stolen daughter 2015 tubi With thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for my digital ARC to read in exchange for an honest review The Stolen Daughter The Stolen Daughter by Florence l j d won me over with a stunningly vivid West African setting and a strong female lead character k mi is stolen from her village and the life she now lives is very different from the life that was planned out for her from birth The author s attention to detail let me immerse myself fully in the world experiencing the horrors feelings of hopelessness and then celebrating the fighting spirit that k mi that developed. The stolen daughter book I feel like I learned a lot reading about k mi s plight and I loved the lush descriptions of Africa The political landscape was intricately detailed and fascinating One part of the plotline took me by surprise While I understood that k mi did what she needed to survive her moral compass definitely disturbed me at times I think it would make a fascinating book club read as there are some great discussion points. Continue the audible book the stolen daughter This was a fast paced book with a multi dimensional character whose vulnerabilities and strengths are equally showcased I thoroughly enjoyed it The Stolen Daughter
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Bookoutore Publishing and lots of love from the author Florence Ojalide. The stolen daughter reshonda tate billingsley I look forward to reading from Florence Ojalide The Stolen Daughter 4: The stolen daughter by florence This act was chauvinistic in nature as a womanin this case our protagonistSikemi was never asked for her consent or at least allowed to voice out what or whom she preferred: The stolen daughter book On that notethe author highlighted the theme of female emancipation at some part of the novel, Continue the audible book the stolen daughter In my opinionthe author meticulouslymaybe in a way only I noticed juxtaposed the oppression that came from the male chauvinistic nature versus female emancipation. Stolen daughters by carolyn arnold I believe this is true in the case of the characters SikemiMadame Efunporoye Tinubu and Madame Efunsetan Aniwura, The stolen daughter book The training Sikemi gotfreed her from two bondages with the first one being male domination and slavery: The stolen daughter book Overallthe prose was based on slavery but the author indirectly inspired women to become all they can be, The stolen daughter book This was a good read for me as it motivated me a lot to not let society set boundaries for mebut rather let the sky be my limit. The stolen daughter reshonda tate billingsley I rate this book a 6 out for five stars as it fast pacedunputdownablestraight forward and very much enjoyable, Continue the audible book the stolen daughter Life in slavery is tough S k mi often gets into trouble however when she saves a child s life her life changes and becomes bearable: The stolen daughter by florence When she discovers a conspiracy to poison Madam she steps in to help In return Madam offers her a request she can ask for anything but not her freedom.4.I hope this novel will inspire others in the same way