The Governor’s Wife

Newly separated Ogonna Moneke has come to Abuja to open a safe house for abused women. Luck is on her side when the perfect site falls into her lap…until she learns who owns it. The chances of Philip Adamu renting to her are slim to none. Why would he when she dropped her !nancially struggling college sweetheart like a hot potato to marry someone else?

Real estate tycoon Philip Adamu can’t believe his eyes when Ogonna struts into his o”ce. Seven years earlier, the gold digger had kicked him to the curb to marry a wealthy politician. Now she needs him, more like needs his property. Vowing not to rent her so much as a dog house, Philip shows Ogonna the door. But can he resist the feelings he’s denied for so long when he sees her #irting with a rival developer?

Sparks #y the moment they meet again. But he’s engaged and she’s still hiding the dangerous secret to her marriage.

Can love and forgiveness overcome the lies and deceptions? Can they trust each other and the future they’d once dreamt of?

About the author
Amaka Azie is an award-winning author of contemporary romance fiction set in the vibrant landscapes of tropical West Africa. Through her sweet and sensual love stories, she beautifully explores the richness, complexity, and warmth of African culture.
Born and raised in Nigeria, Amaka discovered her passion for reading at the age of twelve. Her journey into writing began in secondary school, where she joined the press club and began crafting imaginative tales that have since captivated readers around the world.
Her novels feature bold, dynamic female and male leads, woven into compelling storylines that celebrate love, resilience, and connection.
Amaka was recognised as one of the Most Influential Authors Under Forty by the Nigerian Writers Awards (NWA) in both 2017 and 2018.
When she’s not dreaming up captivating characters and plots, Amaka enjoys reading, painting, and traveling with her family. She currently lives in the United Kingdom with her husband and daughters, where she also works part-time as a family doctor.