'Peace Adzo Medie is the doyenne of the emotional plot twist.' Chibundu Onuzo, author of Sankofa

'Medie's remarkable skills are on display here. She explores weighty themes with a deftness of touch.' Chika Unigwe, author of On Black Sisters' Street

'Nightbloom by Peace Adzo Medie...tells the story of Ghanaian cousins, Selasi and Akorfa, bosom childhood companions in Africa but bitterly estranged by adulthood... Medie offers an unflinching indictment of patriarchal power structures and corrupting complacency.' The Sunday Times, 'The summer's best popular fiction books'

'Nightbloom, Peace Adzo Medie’s sophomore novel, masterfully explores the complicated relationship between two childhood friends. I love the way it combines geographic range with deep intimacy. I highly recommend it.' Ayesha Harruna Attah, author of Zainab Takes New York

'A riveting story of friendship and belonging, from a remarkable Ghanaian talent, Nightbloom is a must-read book of the summer.' Bristol Magazine

'Nightbloom is a thought-provoking and illuminating read, masterfully intertwining personal struggles with a powerful reflection on societal dynamics and the impact of patriarchal systems.' Voice Magazine

'A formidable exploration of friendship and the intricacies of the relationships that shape us... Touching, bold and thought-provoking, this story is one everyone should read.' Onyi Nwabineli, author of Someday, Maybe

'[Medie] has produced a fine piece of fiction that utilises two strong female voices to great effect, telling a captivating story that resonates with the reader beyond the final page.' New Internationalist

'I was hooked on Peace's writing! A blistering story, written with razor sharp precision and characters who feel so real, it's like they're watching you all the while you're reading.' Huma Qureshi, author of Things We Do Not Tell the People We Love

'A lyrical and poignant novel celebrating the enduring strength of female connection.' Amazon Summer Reading: Paperback selection

'Medie's clear, unencumbered prose gives the narrative a rapid pace... Medie's name may be added to the growing list of women novelists — like Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and Oyinkan Braithwaite — who are weaving intricate narratives about nations and cultures at the crossroads of traditionalism and a Western concept of modernity.' Telegraph India