Community Events

Book Club Discussion for The Girl With The Louding Voice by Abi Daré

Anonymous
Anonymous 1 month ago

The books will be on their way to all members of the Book Club this week, and this month's book is chosen by the group from the Cultural genre: The Girl With the Louding Voice by  Abi Daré:

I don't just want to be having any kind voice . . .
I want a louding voice.

 At fourteen, Adunni dreams of getting an education and giving her family a more comfortable home in her small Nigerian village. Instead, Adunni's father sells her off to become the third wife of an old man. When tragedy strikes in her new home, Adunni flees to the wealthy enclaves of Lagos, where she becomes a house-girl to the cruel Big Madam, and prey to Big Madam's husband. But despite her situation continuously going from bad to worse, Adunni refuses to let herself be silenced. And one day, someone hears her.

Please feel free to add your comments/views on this book to this post.

Sarah, Nicky and Clare look forward to seeing you at our next meeting on 15 June 2026 from 1930-2100.

Happy reading everyone Book

Parents
  • Anonymous
    Anonymous 5 days ago

    Hello, my apologies, I couldn't join last Monday as I had a family event. As I lost my book while travelling to France, I managed to find a French copy, which made it easier for me to read, as I am a native French speaker. I was really impressed by the translation work and how it was adapted to French specificities and dialect. I really enjoyed the book and was captivated by the story (loved the short chapter, which I thought gave a fast-paced energy to the book). I loved how it was written, as it really helps the reader to see everything from Adunni's perspective. 

    I've learned a lot about Nigerian culture, and I appreciate how the book raised awareness of several issues such as underage marriage, education, forced labour and labour abuse.
     I have already recommended the book to several people! I give it 8/10, swim! 
Reply
  • Anonymous
    Anonymous 5 days ago

    Hello, my apologies, I couldn't join last Monday as I had a family event. As I lost my book while travelling to France, I managed to find a French copy, which made it easier for me to read, as I am a native French speaker. I was really impressed by the translation work and how it was adapted to French specificities and dialect. I really enjoyed the book and was captivated by the story (loved the short chapter, which I thought gave a fast-paced energy to the book). I loved how it was written, as it really helps the reader to see everything from Adunni's perspective. 

    I've learned a lot about Nigerian culture, and I appreciate how the book raised awareness of several issues such as underage marriage, education, forced labour and labour abuse.
     I have already recommended the book to several people! I give it 8/10, swim! 
Children
No Data
Join now

Contact the RN Forum Team

Your Digital Moderators are here from 0800 to 2200, 365 days per year and can be contacted via Email using: [email protected]

Royal Navy Family and People Support Homepage (www.)

Useful Links