AN IMAGE IN A MIRROR
by Ijangolet S Ogwang

 

Longlisted for the Dublin Literary Award

Shortlisted for the UJ Debut Novel Award

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When two sisters finally meet after twenty-two years, how mirrored will each feel by the other?

Set between Uganda and South Africa, An Image in a Mirror is the story of Nyakale and Achen, identical twins pulled apart by their mother’s decision to give one of them away to her sister for a chance at a better life. 

At the heart of this beautifully woven tale is a coming-of-age story of two young women growing up in separate worlds that are as different as they are similar. 

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'A richly told and deeply intimate African story about the becoming of two young women.' Books Live Sunday Times

'A beautifully crafted tale of twins … Awesome.' Sunday Sun

'A touching and perceptive tale of family and the depth of shared origins.' City of Cape Town Library

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'A powerful new female voice has entered the storytelling scene … A gripping story about twin sisters who are separated during their childhood … Not to be missed.' City Press

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'A beautifully written debut novel.' Your Family

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'It Is quite remarkable how gripping it is … I was hooked within the first five pages. Ogwang is a brilliant writer with a multinational background – Kenyan, Ugandan and South African, which obviously lends colour and depth to her writing. I, for one, cannot wait to read the next one.' AfroVoice

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