FOLUSO AGBAJE
Empowering Stories of Nigerian Women.
Discover authentic, heartfelt fiction that resonates with your experiences and connects you to the rich cultural heritage of Nigeria.
FOLUSO AGBAJE
Empowering Stories of Nigerian Women.
Discover authentic, heartfelt fiction that resonates with your experiences and connects you to the rich cultural heritage of Nigeria.
FOLUSO AGBAJE
Empowering Stories of Nigerian Women.
Discover authentic, heartfelt fiction that resonates with your experiences and connects you to the rich cultural heritage of Nigeria.
The beginning of the journey
Foluso Agbaje is an author dedicated to telling authentic stories that empower and inspire. Her books reflect the complexities of Nigerian women's lives, offering readers a deeper connection to their culture, struggles, and triumphs.
The beginning of the journey
Foluso Agbaje is an author dedicated to telling authentic stories that empower and inspire. Her books reflect the complexities of Nigerian women's lives, offering readers a deeper connection to their culture, struggles, and triumphs.
The beginning of the journey
Foluso Agbaje is an author dedicated to telling authentic stories that empower and inspire. Her books reflect the complexities of Nigerian women's lives, offering readers a deeper connection to their culture, struggles, and triumphs.
The Talk of the Party
Bukola Obanile’s 60th birthday party is the hottest ticket in town. But champagne isn’t all that is being served…
The Obaniles picture-perfect life is the envy of all Lagos society, and everyone wants a piece. So, when renowned matriarch Bukola’s birthday approaches there are no expenses spared, five hundred guests are invited, and her four children all in attendance. Everything will be perfect, just as planned.
Except living the dream comes at a price and, as the party draws closer each of the Obanile children find themselves embroiled in scandals that could shatter the flawless reputation their mother has carefully built.
As the music builds and chandeliers glitter, this one perfect night could be all it takes to destroy a family built on deception…
The Parlour Wife
Lagos, 1939 Kehinde must put everything on the line to find herself during a time of war. With the announcement of World War Two and a change that sends shockwaves through her family, Kehinde is forced to put aside her dreams of writing and become the third wife of Mr Ogunjobi.Kehinde makes her peace by selling snacks at a small market. When she gets the chance to assist the leader of the Lagos Women’s Market Association, fighting for the rights the British are trying to take away, Kehinde finally feels useful again.But if her husband finds out he’ll abandon her. Can Kehinde find the courage to fight for herself and the other women of Lagos? Or will she remain a caged bird, a parlour wife, forever.A poignant story of a young Nigerian woman, living with the consequences of a war her country didn’t choose.
The Talk of the Party
Bukola Obanile’s 60th birthday party is the hottest ticket in town. But champagne isn’t all that is being served…
The Obaniles picture-perfect life is the envy of all Lagos society, and everyone wants a piece. So, when renowned matriarch Bukola’s birthday approaches there are no expenses spared, five hundred guests are invited, and her four children all in attendance. Everything will be perfect, just as planned.
Except living the dream comes at a price and, as the party draws closer each of the Obanile children find themselves embroiled in scandals that could shatter the flawless reputation their mother has carefully built.
As the music builds and chandeliers glitter, this one perfect night could be all it takes to destroy a family built on deception…
The Parlour Wife
Lagos, 1939 Kehinde must put everything on the line to find herself during a time of war. With the announcement of World War Two and a change that sends shockwaves through her family, Kehinde is forced to put aside her dreams of writing and become the third wife of Mr Ogunjobi.Kehinde makes her peace by selling snacks at a small market. When she gets the chance to assist the leader of the Lagos Women’s Market Association, fighting for the rights the British are trying to take away, Kehinde finally feels useful again.But if her husband finds out he’ll abandon her. Can Kehinde find the courage to fight for herself and the other women of Lagos? Or will she remain a caged bird, a parlour wife, forever.A poignant story of a young Nigerian woman, living with the consequences of a war her country didn’t choose.
The Talk of the Party
Bukola Obanile’s 60th birthday party is the hottest ticket in town. But champagne isn’t all that is being served…
The Obaniles picture-perfect life is the envy of all Lagos society, and everyone wants a piece. So, when renowned matriarch Bukola’s birthday approaches there are no expenses spared, five hundred guests are invited, and her four children all in attendance. Everything will be perfect, just as planned.
Except living the dream comes at a price and, as the party draws closer each of the Obanile children find themselves embroiled in scandals that could shatter the flawless reputation their mother has carefully built.
As the music builds and chandeliers glitter, this one perfect night could be all it takes to destroy a family built on deception…
The Parlour Wife
Lagos, 1939 Kehinde must put everything on the line to find herself during a time of war. With the announcement of World War Two and a change that sends shockwaves through her family, Kehinde is forced to put aside her dreams of writing and become the third wife of Mr Ogunjobi.Kehinde makes her peace by selling snacks at a small market. When she gets the chance to assist the leader of the Lagos Women’s Market Association, fighting for the rights the British are trying to take away, Kehinde finally feels useful again.But if her husband finds out he’ll abandon her. Can Kehinde find the courage to fight for herself and the other women of Lagos? Or will she remain a caged bird, a parlour wife, forever.A poignant story of a young Nigerian woman, living with the consequences of a war her country didn’t choose.
The Talk of the Party
Bukola Obanile’s 60th birthday party is the hottest ticket in town. But champagne isn’t all that is being served…
The Obaniles picture-perfect life is the envy of all Lagos society, and everyone wants a piece. So, when renowned matriarch Bukola’s birthday approaches there are no expenses spared, five hundred guests are invited, and her four children all in attendance. Everything will be perfect, just as planned.
Except living the dream comes at a price and, as the party draws closer each of the Obanile children find themselves embroiled in scandals that could shatter the flawless reputation their mother has carefully built.
As the music builds and chandeliers glitter, this one perfect night could be all it takes to destroy a family built on deception…
The Parlour Wife
Lagos, 1939 Kehinde must put everything on the line to find herself during a time of war. With the announcement of World War Two and a change that sends shockwaves through her family, Kehinde is forced to put aside her dreams of writing and become the third wife of Mr Ogunjobi.Kehinde makes her peace by selling snacks at a small market. When she gets the chance to assist the leader of the Lagos Women’s Market Association, fighting for the rights the British are trying to take away, Kehinde finally feels useful again.But if her husband finds out he’ll abandon her. Can Kehinde find the courage to fight for herself and the other women of Lagos? Or will she remain a caged bird, a parlour wife, forever.A poignant story of a young Nigerian woman, living with the consequences of a war her country didn’t choose.
The Talk of the Party
Bukola Obanile’s 60th birthday party is the hottest ticket in town. But champagne isn’t all that is being served…
The Obaniles picture-perfect life is the envy of all Lagos society, and everyone wants a piece. So, when renowned matriarch Bukola’s birthday approaches there are no expenses spared, five hundred guests are invited, and her four children all in attendance. Everything will be perfect, just as planned.
Except living the dream comes at a price and, as the party draws closer each of the Obanile children find themselves embroiled in scandals that could shatter the flawless reputation their mother has carefully built.
As the music builds and chandeliers glitter, this one perfect night could be all it takes to destroy a family built on deception…
The Parlour Wife
Lagos, 1939 Kehinde must put everything on the line to find herself during a time of war. With the announcement of World War Two and a change that sends shockwaves through her family, Kehinde is forced to put aside her dreams of writing and become the third wife of Mr Ogunjobi.Kehinde makes her peace by selling snacks at a small market. When she gets the chance to assist the leader of the Lagos Women’s Market Association, fighting for the rights the British are trying to take away, Kehinde finally feels useful again.But if her husband finds out he’ll abandon her. Can Kehinde find the courage to fight for herself and the other women of Lagos? Or will she remain a caged bird, a parlour wife, forever.A poignant story of a young Nigerian woman, living with the consequences of a war her country didn’t choose.
Where to find Foluso's books
Available in all formats worldwide
Where to find Foluso's books
Available in all formats worldwide
Where to find Foluso's books
Available in all formats worldwide
Praise for Foluso Agbaje
Readers and critics alike have been captivated by The Parlour Wife, Foluso Agbaje’s debut novel. The powerful storytelling, rich cultural insights, and authentic portrayal of Nigerian women’s experiences have left a lasting impact on all who read it. Here’s what people are saying:
'We all studied WW2, but Nigeria’s role, as a British colony, doesn’t feature in many books. Agbaje corrects this in her poignant debut. I rooted for feisty Kehinde from the get-go. It’s not easy to be a feminist when you’re a third wife and destined for the parlour – her courage was wonderfully written'
Author of Wahala and This Motherless Land
Nikki May
'Agbaje has a deft eye for the intricacies and complexities of family dynamics. Her novel offers a glamorous, dramatic portrait of the lives, desires, and tensions of Nigeria’s upper class'
Author of Cursed Daughters
Oyinkan Braithwaite
'I'd enjoyed The Parlour Wife and I expected to enjoy this book too, but I wasn't prepared for it to be so difficult to put down. The author was able to write several points of view, yet keep the readers actively engaged in the lives of the numerous characters.'
Goodreads Reviewer
'A highly entertaining family drama.'
Author of It Comes in Waves
Rukky brume
'Written in a warm, compassionate voice, Foluso Agbaje’s The Parlour Wife is a harmonious marriage of historical events and memorable characters'
Author of Good-for-Nothing-Girl
Sefi Atta
'With remarkable empathy and objectivity, Foluso Agbaje boldly exposes the shallowness and decadence of Lagos society.'
Author of Good-for-Nothing-Girl
Sefi Atta
'A tender, incisive, and deeply human exploration of life and death―and everything in between. Agbaje writes beautifully of love and of secrets; of what we inherit, what we choose to protect, and the cost of knowing. And ultimately, if we are lucky, redemption.'
Author of Grace
Chika Unigwe
'We all studied WW2, but Nigeria’s role, as a British colony, doesn’t feature in many books. Agbaje corrects this in her poignant debut. I rooted for feisty Kehinde from the get-go. It’s not easy to be a feminist when you’re a third wife and destined for the parlour – her courage was wonderfully written'
Author of Wahala and This Motherless Land
Nikki May
'Agbaje has a deft eye for the intricacies and complexities of family dynamics. Her novel offers a glamorous, dramatic portrait of the lives, desires, and tensions of Nigeria’s upper class'
Author of Cursed Daughters
Oyinkan Braithwaite
'I'd enjoyed The Parlour Wife and I expected to enjoy this book too, but I wasn't prepared for it to be so difficult to put down. The author was able to write several points of view, yet keep the readers actively engaged in the lives of the numerous characters.'
Goodreads Reviewer
'A highly entertaining family drama.'
Author of It Comes in Waves
Rukky brume
'Written in a warm, compassionate voice, Foluso Agbaje’s The Parlour Wife is a harmonious marriage of historical events and memorable characters'
Author of Good-for-Nothing-Girl
Sefi Atta
'With remarkable empathy and objectivity, Foluso Agbaje boldly exposes the shallowness and decadence of Lagos society.'
Author of Good-for-Nothing-Girl
Sefi Atta
'A tender, incisive, and deeply human exploration of life and death―and everything in between. Agbaje writes beautifully of love and of secrets; of what we inherit, what we choose to protect, and the cost of knowing. And ultimately, if we are lucky, redemption.'
Author of Grace
Chika Unigwe
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