Hope Is Our Only Wing

Set against the backdrop of Zimbabwe, the novel explores the profound themes of adolescence, friendship, and resilience. Fifteen-year-old Shamiso grapples with grief after her father's mysterious death and struggles to adapt to life in Zimbabwe after moving from England. Meanwhile, her classmate Tanyaradzwa faces her own battle with cancer, embodying hope in the face of adversity. As their unexpected friendship develops, the girls support each other through personal challenges and the turbulent political landscape, ultimately confronting their fears together.