A powerful, emotional tale of ambition and courage by Cameroonian-born Sahndra Fon Dufe, the Common Wealth of Nations recognized author of 'Dear momma'. (2004)
Yefon: The RedNecklace (YRN) is the first book of the YEFON trilogy series. It will have you wrapped up with emotions you didn’t know you had!
Young tribal girl, Yefon Labam, knows she’s different.
During the 1950's, in her Central African village, women are uneducated and are expected to either work on a farm or be one of many wives, but Yefon dares for more—she wants to learn how to read, even if looking at a book could mean her death. Although everyone thinks she’s an abomination, including her mother and sisters, her father knows she’s destined for greater things.
When he is murdered, Yefon clings to the gift he gave her for inspiration—a red necklace. She soon comes to realize that the necklace is no ordinary ornament, but a talisman crafted by the spirits. Yefon walks a dangerous path that could lead to her freedom…or her death.
THE TRILOGY BEGINS.....
5% from the sales of EACH copy of YEFON hardcover novel is going to one of the following charities:
LOURDES COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS
BUI SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS ( MamaVerla Project)
WORLD LITERARY CRUSCADE
TERRERAI TRENT's TINOGONA FOUNDATION (http://www.tinogona.org/)
Buy the book from.....
Author's Website Amazon.co.uk Amazon.com Barnes and Noble
............................................................................
***MY HONEST REVIEW OF YEFON***
Yefon had a miserable life. Her mother hated her and beat
her constantly. Her sister and half-sisters all hated her, except for one,
Kadoh. Having such a unique personality, Kadoh was always uplifting. The only
other loving person in Yefon’s life was her father, and he adored her. The only
problem was that he was home only one week each month. On her birthday, her
father gives her a red necklace that once belonged to Ngonnso, the mother of
her people. She soon discovers that the necklace is enchanted.
Even though this is nowhere near my genre of reading, I
enjoyed this story immensely. It was heartbreaking the way Yefon’s mother
treated her. She spent enough time writing about it that I could tell how much
it hurt her to not feel her mother’s love.
It’s only a wonder that she didn’t break under all her circumstances.
Her father always told her that she was special, and she unwaveringly believed
him. I think that is what strengthened her the most.
I latched onto a quote of hers that resonated with me.
“There is a fun side to see in every activity-even your death. I have come to
realize that it is always only a matter of perception.” This is something I will be remembering in
the future.
My review can also be found at:
............................................................................
Actress/ Writer/ Producer/ Humanitarian/ CEO
Cameroonian-born author, actress, humanitarian and business mogul Sahndra Fon Dufe is the young CEO of African Pictures International, and the co-founder of Gifted Minds Africa Foundation.
She works at exposing the history, culture, and truth about Africa, women and the spirit within. The remarkable actress has been featured in numerous feature films, and commercials, and presently lives in Los Angeles with her hunk of a man, a closet full of shoes and too many vintage clothes.
Sahndra spends her spare time perfecting her craft and soul-searching, on a journey to regain wholeness and cure the spirit. She also hunts for Egyptian artifacts, pieces which have captivated her imagination since childhood.
The children's book is coming soon!
Follow the Tour
I received this book to review through Beck Valley Books Book Tours, all the opinions above are 100% my own.
NOW FOR THE AUTHOR'S GIVEAWAY
3 Lucky Winners will win $15 Amazon GC or Paypal Cash
(winners choice)
Ending on Sunday 3rd August at 11.59pm EST
Open Worldwide
Enter Below and Good Luck !!
a Rafflecopter giveaway
I found myself enjoying following Yefon's journey especially the second half, really want the next book to find out what happens.
ReplyDeleteI'm anxious to find out how she gets away from the prince again.
Delete