The First Daughter by Goretti Kyomuhendo

The First Daughter by Goretti Kyomuhendo is a coming-of-age story following Kasemiire, a young Ugandan girl navigating cultural tradition, poverty, and gender expectations. Set against the backdrop of rural Uganda, the novel portrays her determination to pursue an education despite societal pressures to marry early. Through Kasemiire's journey, the book explores themes of female empowerment, family dynamics, resilience, and the transformative power of education for young African women.