Nadia Owusu Memoirs books in order

Nadia Owusu's memoir Aftershocks traces her childhood across continents and her search for identity after family loss and displacement.
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1 Aftershocks: A Memoir 2020 Nadia Owusu Buy

Aftershocks was published in 2020 and quickly became one of the most talked-about memoirs of that year. Nadia Owusu structures the book around the idea of seismic events, both literal and emotional, that shifted the ground beneath her throughout her life. The death of her father and her complicated relationship with her mother are central threads.

The book moves between cities and time periods in a non-linear way, reflecting how memory actually works. Owusu writes about Accra, Rome, Kampala, and New York with equal attention, and the result is a portrait of someone who grew up everywhere and nowhere at once. It was longlisted for the PEN/Jean Stein Book Award.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Nadia Owusu Memoirs series?

There are one books in the Nadia Owusu Memoirs series, published in 2020.

What is the first book in the Nadia Owusu Memoirs series?

The first book in the Nadia Owusu Memoirs series is Aftershocks: A Memoir, published in 2020.

Is Aftershocks by Nadia Owusu based on a true story?

Yes, Aftershocks is a memoir. Nadia Owusu writes about her real experiences growing up across Africa, Europe, and the United States, dealing with the death of her father and the absence of her mother.

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