Season of Crimson Blossoms

by Abubakar Adam Ibrahim

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An affair between 55-year-old widow Binta Zubairu and 25-year-old weed dealer Reza was bound to provoke condemnation inconservative Northern Nigeria. Brought together in unusual circumstances, Binta and Reza faced a need they could only satisfy in each other. Binta - previously reconciled with God - now yearns for intimacy after the sexual repression of her marriage, the pain of losing her first son and the privations of widowhood. Meanwhile, Reza's heart lies empty and waiting to be filled due to the absence of a mother. The situation comes to a head when Binta's wealthy son confronts Reza, with disastrous consequences. This story of love and longing - set against undercurrents of political violence - unfurls gently, revealing layers of emotion that defy age, class and religion.
  • ISBN13 9781911115007
  • Publish Date 11 May 2017 (first published 20 May 2016)
  • Publish Status Active
  • Out of Print 27 January 2021
  • Publish Country GB
  • Imprint Cassava Republic Press
  • Format Paperback (US Trade)
  • Pages 320
  • Language English