The Wrong Way to Wright
A Caribbean Woman's Journey
by D Adiba
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Pub Date 5 May 2022 | Archive Date 23 Jul 2023
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Description
Aya Daniels is a thirty-six-year-old woman at her breaking point after never recovering from the loss of the man who broke her heart several years before. She spends and eats to compensate, becoming overweight, depressed, bored, lonely, and deeply in debt.
When she is invited to return to the Caribbean island of her heritage, she thinks she has been offered a lifeline. Unfortunately, she soon realizes most of her troubles have followed her to paradise.
As a result, she jumps into a marriage of convenience with Desi Franklyn, an established small businessman with a dubious past, creating additional tension in her highly dysfunctional family. Although Desi is steadfastly dedicated to their relationship, Aya craves more than material security and begins to explore her passion for writing.
Enter Marley Wright, whose initial interest in Aya’s narrative develops into something much more. On the brink of finally having all that she could ever want, Aya is conflicted by her responsibilities as a wife, her devotion to her career, and her escalating desire for the man with whom she feels an intense connection.
Amid the manipulations of the Daniels family, her husband’s schemes to control her, the sneaky maid, and the gossipy townsfolk, Aya is at her wits’ end and frustrated by not living her own authentic life.
After overcoming obstacles to find her “right” place, a devastating string of events force Aya to make the ultimate sacrifice and finally confront what she fears most.
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Featured Reviews
Abigail L, Librarian
A compelling women's fiction novel that delves into the complex journey of Aya Daniels, a woman burdened by heartbreak, weight gain, and debt. The story follows her return to the Caribbean island of her heritage, seeking solace and a fresh start. However, paradise proves to be far from perfect, as Aya's troubles follow her. Aya's decision to enter a marriage of convenience with Desi Franklyn further complicates her life, adding tension to her already dysfunctional family dynamics. As she explores her passion for writing and finds a deep connection with Marley Wright, Aya is torn between her responsibilities as a wife, her career aspirations, and her longing for true happiness. Amidst manipulations, schemes, and gossipy townsfolk, Aya's journey towards authenticity is both heartwarming and heart-wrenching.
Sue E, Reviewer
A gripping women's fiction novel that speaks to the depths of the heart. Follow Aya Daniels, a woman grappling with the weight of her past heartbreak, struggles with body image, and the burden of debt. As she returns to her roots in search of solace, paradise turns out to be far from perfect. The twists and turns in Aya's life lead her to a marriage of convenience with Desi Franklyn, setting off a series of conflicts with her already dysfunctional family. But amidst the chaos, Aya's passion for writing ignites, and a connection with Marley Wright takes her on an emotional rollercoaster
Diane R, Media/Journalist
After suffering a heartbreak, Aya Daniels returns to the Caribbean and quickly takes up (marries) her father's friend, Desi, a well known businessman. In exchange for her hand in marriage, he gives her the freedom to pursue her dream as a writer. All hell breaks loose when her family finds out …for reasons unknown to her. When these secrets begin to unravel, she is literally sick to her stomach.
Aya finds comfort in a beautiful man named Marlon Wright aka Marley. When her husband gets wind of the "friendship", he is more determined to control her and get her pregnant.
I threatened to throw this book so many times, and cussed just as many. Just when you think there are no more secrets, yet another is revealed. My favorite character is Marley, just because, well…he's Marley! My least favorite character is Marva, because she was in on the shenanigans from the very beginning.
I highly recommend this book by @adibaspot. It was the perfect read for Caribbean American Heritage Month.
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