Love in Color
Love in Color
Bolu Babalola
Jack Edwards
A selection of mythological retellings in a modern context. - Jack Edwards
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Love in Color

Love in Color: Mythical Tales from Around the World, Retold

Bolu Babalola
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Bolu Babalola
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In "Love in Color," Bolu Babalola embarks on a mesmerizing journey through the ages, reweaving the fabric of the most enchanting love stories ever told. With a masterful touch and a vibrant palette of words, she breathes new life into ancient tales, drawing from the rich tapestry of West African folklore, the intricate myths of Greece, and the forgotten legends that span continents and epochs. Babalola's debut collection is a bold reimagining of love's timeless tales, told through a lens that magnificently decolonizes traditional narratives, allowing for a fresh, exhilarating exploration of passion, desire, and the power of being truly seen. Through the eyes of a high-born Nigerian goddess, a tenacious young businesswoman, and a formidable Ghanaian spokeswoman, Babalola unveils the myriad faces of love, each story pulsating with its own unique heartbeat. Her vivid storytelling not only captures the complexity and depth of romantic entanglements but also effortlessly transports readers across worlds where love's essence is celebrated in all its multifaceted glory. "Love in Color" is a testament to Babalola's unparalleled ability to craft stories that are as profoundly moving as they are exquisitely beautiful, making this collection a beacon of modern mythology and a timeless ode to love itself.

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Released
2020
20 Aug
Length
290
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A selection of mythological retellings in a modern context. - Jack Edwards
They enjoyed the glamour but not the gore, not knowing that the gore was what gave the glamour its gleam.
— Bolu Babalola, Love in Color

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