Water Baby

In this compelling novel set in the floating slum of Makoko, Lagos, nineteen-year-old Baby dreams of escaping her predetermined future. She seizes an opportunity to join a drone-mapping project that aims to bring visibility to her community, leading to a viral moment that opens unexpected doors. As Baby contemplates leaving her home to pursue her dreams on the world stage, she must grapple with the question of whether true fulfillment lies beyond the lagoon or within her own community.