A Girl Is a Body of Water

In "A Girl Is a Body of Water," acclaimed author Jennifer Nansubuga Makumbi weaves a powerful narrative centered on thirteen-year-old Kirabo, who embarks on a quest to understand her identity and the absence of her mother in their Ugandan village. Surrounded by the strong women in her life, Kirabo grapples with the emergence of a rebellious second self while learning from the local witch, Nsuuta, about her heritage and the legacy of women before her. This poignant coming-of-age tale richly explores themes of family, tradition, and the resilience of women in a world that often seeks to silence them.