Eratta Sibetta

Soft in Flowers Eratta Sibetta

Literary Fiction at its best! Maridbu is interrupted from completing her education when her father uses her as a bargaining chip to cover his debts and marries her off to a young man he thinks has promising prospects. A story about the conflicts of culture vs tradition, where deceit and cultural obligations endanger the very fabric of a young woman's life. A story that enhances and advocates that every human's life's struggle strengthens the phenomenal power of helping those in desperate need. Where women struggle to assert their independence in an often male-dominated world with underlying male misogynistic views. It's an unflinching, impactful portrayal of a family drama set in the 70s and shares the simple theme of how every step one makes no matter how small or filled with life's difficulties, ultimately leads us to understand who we are, where we have been and where we are going. A daringly hopeful story that is uniquely life-changing!Review: " This is an immensely important book about a deeply troubling topic, beautifully written and evocative. " Laurie Gough, Author of 'Kiss the Sunset Pig: An American Road Trip With Exotic Detours", Stolen Child", and "Kite Strings of the Southern Cross."