{"title":"Oyinkan Braithwaite","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"my-sister-the-serial-killer-by-oyinkan-braithwaite-the-keeper-of-stories-by-sally-page-2-books-collection-set-paperback-oyinkan-braithwaite-and-sally-page","title":"Modern Duo by Various Authors 2 Books Collection Set - Fiction - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitles in This Set:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nMy Sister, the Serial Killer\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Keeper of Stories\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paperback\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis two-book collection brings together two powerful, contemporary works that illuminate female experience from distinct angles. My Sister, the Serial Killer by Oyinkan Braithwaite delivers a razor-sharp mix of dark humor, suspense, and moral ambiguity as it follows Korede and her enigmatic sister Ayoola in Lagos. Its brisk pace and sly wit have earned it broad acclaim, including Sunday Times bestseller status and Booker Prize recognition in 2019. The Keeper of Stories by Sally Page steps into a quieter, immersive world where memory, narration, and the power of shared experiences unfold through a narrator learning to cultivate the stories others tell. Together, these novels offer a balanced reading experience: one propulsive and incendiary, the other intimate and contemplative. This paperback set is ideal for readers seeking literary fiction that pairs gripping plots with thoughtful character study, and for fans of intelligent, prize‑winning contemporary voices. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat This Collection Covers:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe set traverses two complementary landscapes of modern fiction. My Sister, the Serial Killer explores loyalty, family bonds, and the ethical lines we draw when protection collides with danger, all set against a bright Lagos backdrop. Braithwaite’s prose is lean yet luminous, blending macabre suspense with biting social observation. The Keeper of Stories invites readers into a reflective interior space where a life of listening becomes a vocation. Page crafts a lyrical, affecting meditation on memory, storytelling as act, and the intimate magic of ordinary conversations that become extraordinary through repetition and recollection. Read together, these titles offer a spectrum of tone—from propulsive crime‑thriller energy to meditative literary fiction—while centering female voices, choice, and resilience. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook-by-Book Guide:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMy Sister, the Serial Killer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA razor‑sharp portrait of sisterhood and complicity, Braithwaite’s novel follows Korede, a nurse who dutifully helps her sister Ayoola manipulate the consequences of Ayoola’s deadly choices. When Ayoola begins dating a doctor at Korede’s hospital, the stakes rise in unexpected ways, forcing Korede to weigh loyalty against lethal danger. The brisk, wry narration invites readers to consider what it means to protect someone you love—and what costs you’re willing to pay. With its dark humor, precise pacing, and crisp social critique, this book delivers a memorable blend of suspense and sharp insight into family dynamics, gender, and reputation. The book’s UK paperback edition (ISBN 9781786495983) showcases Braithwaite’s signature voice and a story that lingers long after the final page. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Keeper of Stories\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Keeper of Stories follows a narrator drawn to people’s lives through the stories they tell. She can’t quite recall when the habit began, but as she dusts rooms and tends to routines, stories start arriving—and she begins gathering them. Page’s novel unfolds as a quiet, intimate meditation on memory, voice, and the way stories travel from person to person, reshaping the teller as much as the listener. The prose is reflective and humane, inviting readers to slow down and savor the textures of lived experience. It’s a tender, immersive counterpoint to the first book in this duo, offering a thoughtful look at storytelling as a form of connection, healing, and meaning. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho This Set Is Perfect For:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis collection is ideal for adult readers who relish character-driven literary fiction with occasional suspense. It suits book clubs seeking thoughtful discussion on sibling dynamics, ethics, identity, and the power of narrative. Perfect for readers who enjoy international perspectives—Nigerian and British authors contributing distinct voices—paired with accessible, incisive storytelling. The pairing also works well for gift buyers searching for a duo of titles that balance intensity with introspection, making it a strong choice for fans of contemporary fiction, female‑led narratives, and textual storytelling explorations. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eTwo highly regarded contemporary novels in a single, thoughtfully designed paperback set\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBrings together propulsive suspense and intimate literary fiction for versatile reading\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEngages discussions on loyalty, ethics, and the power of storytelling\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIdeal for gifting to book lovers who appreciate diverse, female‑centered voices\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGreat for book clubs and classroom discussions about character motivation and narrative voice\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompact paperback editions that are easy to carry and share\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nOyinkan Braithwaite is the Nigerian author of My Sister, the Serial Killer, a debut celebrated for blending dark humor with a keen social eye and for its brisk, page‑turning momentum. The novel was shortlisted for the Booker Prize in 2019 and earned recognition from major literary outlets, cementing Braithwaite’s reputation as a standout voice in contemporary fiction. Sally Page is the author of The Keeper of Stories, a contemporary novel that foregrounds memory and the practice of listening as a life‑craft. Page’s work invites readers into intimate, reflective spaces where everyday conversations become a repository of meaning. Together, their voices deliver a compelling reading experience that traverses crime, memory, and the art of storytelling. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You’ll Love This Set:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIf you’re drawn to intelligent, character‑driven storytelling, this two‑book collection offers both contrast and coherence: one title pulls you forward with its brisk, witty edge, while the other invites you to slow down and savor human connections threaded through memory. Owning the complete pair in paperback makes it a durable, co‑readable gift or a personal duo you’ll return to for different moods—one for adrenaline‑charged evenings, the other for quiet afternoons spent with a good sentence and a patient narrator. The set’s voices are distinct yet complementary, making it a valuable addition to any bookshelf and a conversation starter for readers exploring how stories shape who we are. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e The individual books included in this listing will be dispatched as per the original UK ISBN and UK edition cover image shown in the image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Oyinkan Braithwaite","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57221422121334,"sku":"FBA-VRT-2907-9124221376","price":29.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/6587\/2211\/files\/51jcWx_xFLL.jpg?v=1770303573"},{"product_id":"oyinkan-braithwaite-2-books-collection-set-fiction-paperback-hardcover","title":"Oyinkan Braithwaite 2 Books Collection Set - Adult Fiction - Paperback \u0026 Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitles in This Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nMy Sister, the Serial Killer\u003cbr\u003e\nCursed Daughters\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition: Brand New\u003cbr\u003e\nFormat: Mixed Format (Paperback \u0026amp; Hardcover)\u003cbr\u003e\nPublisher: Atlantic Books\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis two-book collection brings together the acclaimed fiction of Oyinkan Braithwaite in one brand-new set. My Sister, the Serial Killer, Braithwaite's razor-sharp debut, follows a Lagos nurse forced to cover for her dangerously charming younger sister. Cursed Daughters, her highly anticipated 2025 novel, weaves a generational tale of curses, love, and family secrets across the years. Together, these two novels showcase Braithwaite's signature blend of dark humor, propulsive plotting, and sharp emotional insight, making this collection an excellent introduction to a celebrated contemporary voice in literary suspense fiction today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nMy Sister, the Serial Killer, Braithwaite's debut novel, was released internationally in 2018. Set in Lagos, the story follows Korede, a dependable nurse repeatedly called upon to clean up after her younger sister Ayoola, whose boyfriends have an alarming habit of dying. As Korede's loyalty is tested by a new complication, the novel unfolds with sly wit and mounting tension, exploring sisterhood, complicity, and the blurry line between love and self-preservation. It is a compact, fast-moving thriller that has become one of Braithwaite's most talked-about works. Cursed Daughters, published in 2025, expands into a haunting, multi-generational family drama. The story is described by its publisher as an engrossing, twisty tale of curses, romance, and tangled family ties, following women whose lives are shaped by a legacy they did not choose. The novel moves between past and present, examining how superstition, desire, and inherited trauma echo across generations of women bound by blood and by a curse that refuses to be forgotten. Braithwaite brings emotional precision and narrative control to this broader, more atmospheric canvas. Placed side by side, the two novels reveal the range of Braithwaite's storytelling: one a tightly wound, darkly comic thriller, the other a sprawling, myth-inflected saga, both anchored by her sharp eye for the complexities of women's relationships, family loyalty, and the secrets that bind them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo novels by acclaimed author Oyinkan Braithwaite in one brand-new set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes her breakout debut and anticipated 2025 follow-up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat gift for fans of dark, witty literary thrillers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for book clubs, holiday gifting, or a home library\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand-new copies, ready to enjoy or gift\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShowcases the full range of a celebrated storyteller\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook-by-Book Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nMy Sister, the Serial Killer — A Lagos nurse must decide how far to go to protect her charming younger sister, whose boyfriends keep meeting untimely ends.\u003cbr\u003e\nCursed Daughters — A multi-generational family is bound by a curse that tests love, memory, and loyalty across the years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nOyinkan Braithwaite was born in Lagos, Nigeria, and raised there and in the United Kingdom. She is a graduate of Kingston University, where she studied Creative Writing and Law. After completing her degree, she worked as an assistant editor at the Nigerian publishing house Kachifo Limited and as a production manager at Ajapaworld, a children's entertainment company. She is the best-selling author of My Sister, the Serial Killer (2018) and Cursed Daughters (2025), the latter a Read with Jenna pick and Book of the Month pick, shortlisted for the Nero Book Award. Braithwaite lives in London.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis set pairs a bestselling debut with an eagerly awaited new novel, showing two sides of a brilliant storyteller. 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