The Price of Being Born

<p>Some debts are paid in money. Others in silence.</p><p>When Ayanda a young man with big dreams finally lands his first paycheck he believes he's one step closer to freedom. But in a home where pride runs deep and expectations never end every success becomes another sacrifice - and every yes chips away at the person he's becoming.</p><p>As the lists grow longer and the love grows thinner Ayanda's quiet obedience turns into quiet suffering. Between his family's constant demands his own growing debts and a love caught between hope and duty he begins to question the real cost of being a good son.</p><p>Set against the backdrop of family culture and the unseen weight of obligation The Price of Being Born is a deeply moving story about identity guilt and the invisible chains we carry for those we love.</p><p>A powerful emotional read that asks:</p><p>How much of yourself must you give before there's nothing left to give?</p><p>If you enjoy heartfelt African stories filled with emotion realism and reflection this book will stay with you long after the final page.</p>