Before The Storm

Just back from a delightful date, Nkem Edun gets a phone call. Her ex-husband is in hospital in critical condition. After four years apart, why hasn’t he changed his next of kin? Regardless, Nkem rushes to his bedside. After all, he is the father of her son. But is that the only reason? As memories of their life together come flooding back, so do Nkem’s doubts. Would forgiving him be so terrible? And more importantly, could she ever trust him again?

Shots. After waking up in hospital, Tunde has plenty of time to ponder the word. Like the shot fired at him point blank, lodging a bullet in his chest that almost killed him. A bullet that also makes him think. Then, there’s Nkem. The first person he sees when he regains consciousness. Another shot. This one in the foot and self-inflicted. How on earth he was ever stupid enough to betray his beautiful Nkem and lose his family, he still doesn’t know. But one thing Tunde does know— he wants his family back. Will Nkem give him another shot?

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.