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Twisted in a Positive Way Kindle Edition

by Chikamso Efobi (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.5 out of 5 stars 33 ratings
5 out of 5 star reviews...
"...If your dreams are being discouraged or disparaged in any way, you should read this charming, well-plotted beautifully written book."
Howard Lipman
Amazon Reviewer


"Reading this book was a departure from what I normally read; and one I can say I'm glad I took! Chikamso Efobi has written here that rare gem we seldom see today; a literary novel worthy of real praise."
Goodreads Reviewer


This is a fascinating tale about a girl from a culture so different from my own, yet surprisingly similar. Her life experiences reflect the same struggle many of us face, and I found myself easily able to relate to her. Watching her grow and blossom into the strong woman she becomes makes this story all the more fulfilling
Purple Violin
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"...This book is entertaining and inspiring. It is filled with nuggets of wisdom that would change lives. If you are getting discouraged about a dream or vision, this is a book to read, it is a story reminiscent of Paul Coelhlo's "The Alchemist.""
Manny Olawale
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"I really enjoyed reading this book. It follows the story of a girl named Adaugo as she works hard to achieve her dreams despite all the adversaries she faces. It is a well written and heart-warming story, and the end left me with a smile on my face!"
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Book Description

A girl with big dreams. A land with strict societal rules. A spirit that will never die.

Young Adaugo has lived her life according to cultural expectations. Any semblance of building a life of her own was actively discouraged for young women like her. But Adaugo is not like others who came before her; she is born of strong spirit and mind, she knows there’s something more for her in the universe, but finding that will take strength she never knew she had and a deep understanding of what it is to listen to the voice within and grasp all life has to offer, no matter the obstacles placed in front of her.

Follow Adaugo as she navigates through life, loss and heartache in a world built to stifle her loving spirit. Will she be able to stave off the temptation to give in to societal expectations to live life as her authentic self? Or will she give in like those gone before her?

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"...Easy to read and an enjoyable story with some good morals, well done!"
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If you are looking for an inspiring and romantic story filled with deep valuable life lessons...Twisted in a Positive Way is the book for you.
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  1. Print length
    232 pages
  2. Language
    English
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  4. Publication date
    September 3, 2015
  5. File size
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Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Chikamso Efobi is an avid reader, writer and lover of nature. Her first inspiring coming of age novel, Twisted in a Positive Way was published in the United Kingdom where she lives. She is dedicated to encouraging and guiding people to step beyond their perceived limitations to embrace living an authentic life. It is her strong belief that everyone has something to teach you if you are willing to listen and learn and as such, she welcomes wholesome conversations with diverse groups of individuals on varying topics. She is also a self-professed food aficionado, green tea drinker and writes motivational and personal development posts on her blog, Twisted in a Positive Way at http: //www.twistedinapositiveway.com For previews of upcoming books by Chikamso Efobi and more information about the author, visit www.chikaefobi.com

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B014WXR5PI
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Doxa Publishing Ltd
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 3, 2015
  • Edition ‏ : ‎ Second Edition
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.6 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 232 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0993354212
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 out of 5 stars 33 ratings

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Chikamso Efobi is an avid reader, writer and lover of nature. Her first inspiring coming of age novel, Twisted in a Positive Way was published in the United Kingdom where she lives.

She is dedicated to encouraging and guiding people to step beyond their perceived limitations to embrace living an authentic life.

It is her strong belief that everyone has something to teach you if you are willing to listen and learn and as such, she welcomes wholesome conversations with diverse groups of individuals on varying topics.

She is also a self-professed food aficionado, green tea drinker and writes motivational and personal development posts on her blog, Twisted in a Positive Way at http://www.twistedinapositiveway.com

For previews of upcoming books by Chikamso Efobi and more information about the author, visit www.chikaefobi.com

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Customers find this book to be an uplifting story that encourages critical thinking and perseverance. Moreover, they appreciate its readability and writing style, with one customer noting its clear and simple presentation. Additionally, the language receives positive feedback, with one review highlighting how the author incorporates local dialect into the conversations, while another mentions how it introduces readers to African culture.

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9 customers mention "Uplifting story"9 positive0 negative

Customers find the book's story uplifting, with encouraging thoughts throughout, and one customer specifically mentions how it encourages critical thinking and perseverance.

"...Overall, I found this an inspirational, heartfelt story about a young woman living in a culture most Americans are completely unfamiliar with,..." Read more

"...the ‘divine’ destiny—she sees ‘signs' and we witness the spiritual growth of a young woman who in another time in this part of the world would have..." Read more

"...Abdougo is a keen observer of life and has an inner strength that allows her to make some mature decisions as she goes from childhood to becoming an..." Read more

"...This is a great message, especially for young girls who might be feeling, as Adaugo had, that their path to happiness meanders from that which is..." Read more

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Customers find the book to be a great read, with one describing it as sweet.

"A very sweet, uplifting story about a young Nigerian woman searching for her path in life...." Read more

"This was a wonderful and inspiring coming of age story...." Read more

"Twisted in a positive way...hmmm. It is a very compelling read...." Read more

"I loved the book. It brought back many great memories and was certainly insightful with an interesting twist!..." Read more

4 customers mention "Language"4 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the language in the book, with one mentioning how the author incorporates local dialect and Nigerian snippets for flavor, while another notes how it introduces readers to African culture.

"...The writing style is clear and simple, but with snippets of Nigerian dialect for flavor...." Read more

"...This as an excellently written novel that introduces us to another culture through the author’s careful use of language and descriptive terms...." Read more

"...From a young age, the protagonist finds within herself a guiding voice that leads her to fight for what it is that she wants...." Read more

"...in each word of dialogue, and I loved the way the author added local dialect to the conversations. A beautiful, heartfelt, courageous novel." Read more

4 customers mention "Pacing"4 positive0 negative

Customers find the pacing of the book charming, with one customer describing it as a stunning novel and another appreciating its central theme.

"This stunning novel, set in Nigeria is a coming of age book about a young girl 9 years of age initially who wants to pass exams early so that she..." Read more

"...I adore the central theme: if you want something bad enough, the universe will find a way to make it happen...." Read more

"...Her characters, especially the lead, Adaugo were very endearing. The book for me was part storytelling, part inspiration...." Read more

"...A beautiful, heartfelt, courageous novel." Read more

3 customers mention "Writing style"3 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the writing style of the book, with one noting it is well-plotted and beautifully written, while another mentions it is clear and simple.

"...culture most Americans are completely unfamiliar with, presented in a very approachable way...." Read more

"...disparaged in any way you should read this charming, well-plotted beautifully written book...." Read more

"...This as an excellently written novel that introduces us to another culture through the author’s careful use of language and descriptive terms...." Read more

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  • E.P. Clark
    5.0 out of 5 stars Inspirational, Heartfelt Story about Young Nigerian Woman Seeking her Path in Life
    Reviewed in the United States on July 30, 2016
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    A very sweet, uplifting story about a young Nigerian woman searching for her path in life. Adaugo is an academically gifted girl who does well in school but ends up finding herself shunted into a dead-end career after college and pressured to marry an appropriate--meaning rich and preferably light-skinned--man as soon as possible. However, she learns to listen to her inner voice and forge her own path.

    The writing style is clear and simple, but with snippets of Nigerian dialect for flavor. The descriptions of Lagos and the characters' lifestyles are also done in a way that made it easy for someone (me!) who knows almost nothing about Nigeria to follow along and enjoy reading about the culture there. Overall, I found this an inspirational, heartfelt story about a young woman living in a culture most Americans are completely unfamiliar with, presented in a very approachable way. Readers looking for inspirational books featuring women of color, or who are interested in dipping a toe in African literature, will probably find a lot to enjoy in this book.
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  • Howard Lipman
    5.0 out of 5 stars The Coming of Age of a young Nigerian Girl who holds onto her Dreams.
    Reviewed in the United States on December 17, 2015
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    This stunning novel, set in Nigeria is a coming of age book about a young girl 9 years of age initially who wants to pass exams early so that she can go on to the next stage of her education. She experiences and feels a sense of the ‘divine’ within her and speaks to and hears that voice as ‘herself’. Descriptions of family life and religion are the background that introduces us to the culture of this part of the world. The family is a positive influence, and despite the death of her sister, Adaugo goes on, writing and illustrating books. We see her development through life’s challenges up to the age of 25. Unsatisfying relationships stand in the way of true happiness. We can all relate to her—her struggle to find peace and fulfillment is aided by the sense of the ‘divine’ destiny—she sees ‘signs' and we witness the spiritual growth of a young woman who in another time in this part of the world would have been spotted as a potential ‘Oracle’ or ‘Shaman’ of a tribe. Through her perseverance she distinguishes herself, always believing in her dreams of relying on her own sense of destiny through wisdom to enlightenment. If your dreams are being discouraged or disparaged in any way you should read this charming, well-plotted beautifully written book. (Review by Howard Lipman, pen name PanOrpheus, author of the ‘Delphic Oracle’, 'Songs and Stories’ and 'Mage and Source' series of Science Fiction/Fantasy, visionary/metaphysiacal Steampunk Alternate History books)
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  • Joe Prentis
    4.0 out of 5 stars Coming of age in another culture.
    Reviewed in the United States on December 24, 2015
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    Twisted in a positive way is a coming of age novel about a Nigerian girl who struggles with the problems that are universal to everyone growing up in today’s world. Adougo knows from an early age that she wants to be everything she can be, despite the efforts of her schoolmates and her family who want her to conform to her culture. The story starts when she is nine years old. At school, she is subjected to the thoughtless jibes and lack of consideration by those around her. She has to struggle with choices and the fact that she is somewhat different from the others around her. Abdougo is a keen observer of life and has an inner strength that allows her to make some mature decisions as she goes from childhood to becoming an adult. After graduation with a Bachelor of Science degree, she begins her career in banking but decides that she wants more. Her choice of friends, her career goals, and her family do not make her decisions easy. She realizes that it is her life, and she owes it to herself to be and do what she decides is right for her rather than yielding to her family and friends selfish desires. This as an excellently written novel that introduces us to another culture through the author’s careful use of language and descriptive terms. I love this book, and I think you will like it too.
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  • C. McMullen
    5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring
    Reviewed in the United States on February 25, 2016
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    This was a wonderful and inspiring coming of age story. From a young age, the protagonist finds within herself a guiding voice that leads her to fight for what it is that she wants. For that which will lead to true happiness, despite the odds being stacked against her. It is the type of story that we can all take something away from.

    I adore the central theme: if you want something bad enough, the universe will find a way to make it happen. This is a great message, especially for young girls who might be feeling, as Adaugo had, that their path to happiness meanders from that which is expected of them. Highly recommend.
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  • Amazon Customer
    3.0 out of 5 stars Compelling, relatable, divine.
    Reviewed in the United States on January 18, 2016
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    Twisted in a positive way...hmmm. It is a very compelling read. For someone who doesn't read a lot like me, it says a lot that I couldn't put the book down till I was done. Chikamso took me on a journey to my roots. Her scenes, language, plots and storyline is characteristic of growing up Nigerian between the 90s and 2000s. Her characters, especially the lead, Adaugo were very endearing. The book for me was part storytelling, part inspiration. It tries to portray a human with a higher consciousness. 'Herself' made the difference in Adaugo's life. Everyone will be lucky to relate so intimately with their guardian Angel! One can only imagine how frustrating it is to grow up Nigerian without any form of guidance and inspiration. Twisted in a positive way is a story about an indefatigable human spirit, one who summounts challenges, keeps driving toward one's goals and following her bliss. It teaches good family values and morals, and encourages critical thinking and perseverance. I also quite liked that the end was 'Twisted in a positive way'! Good job, Chikamso. I am looking forward to reading more books from you.
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  • Clare O'Beara
    5.0 out of 5 stars Twisted in a positive way
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 24, 2016
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    I fell head over heels for this book. Adaugo is our central character, and we follow her from the age of nine to mid-twenties as she grows up in Lagos, Nigeria and learns how to overcome obstacles to live her own life. Audogo is a Christian girl and the story can be seen as inspirational, but it is more descriptive of culturally ingrained roadblocks in the path of women across the whole community.

    The prosperous, respected family in oil-rich Lagos leads a modern life, and school and college form a good-sized portion of the coming of age tale. But why educate a young woman when it will scare off prospective husbands? And having taken a seemingly respectable job in banking, is there anything a young woman can do when she is expected to entertain clients in a less than professional manner? The old double standard applies and it's good to see occasional glimpses into the mindset of a young man. Adaugo is determined to find her way again.

    The author is from Lagos and has now gained qualifications in the IT industry in England, and I hope to see many more books from her.
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  • J. Thomas
    5.0 out of 5 stars A book of lessons
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 23, 2016
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    This is a 'Book of Lessons'. Written with a beautiful mix of British culture and African tradition, it teaches you a lesson with every turn of the page. The language is simple but descriptive. The characters normal. Their situations everyday. The challenges Adaugo faces resonate - and they will with every woman, man or child who has given up on a dream.

    What lessons did I learn?

    To see beyond the superficial. The parable of the homeless accountant - the "warrior scholar" - teaches us to run our own race. Don't fit in, be unique. Don't compare yourself to others. Do your own thing. As we are taught: A tranquil heart gives life to the flesh, but envy makes the bones rot.

    We often complicate life by building imaginary barriers to what we really want - in love, at work or self-fulfillment. Twisted in a Positive Way reminds us that life can be simple if we follow our heart. And trust that everything happens for a reason. Chika tells a story you suspect is written from her heart. A humbling read.
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  • kelechi
    5.0 out of 5 stars A very inspiring story
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 24, 2015
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    A very inspiring story. Thoroughly enjoyed reading it. Loved the ending too.
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