Sula & Ja (Storymoja)

Sula & Ja (Storymoja) is a compelling young adult novel told in two distinct voices, exploring the lives of two teenagers from very different social backgrounds who find themselves unwittingly bound together. This gripping story navigates adolescent lives and the contentious issue of the school leaving dance, making it a must-read for young adults navigating friendship, identity, and social expectations.

Sula & Ja introduces Sula, who is shy, ordinary and a misfit at the prestigious high school she attends. All she wants is to focus on her studies unnoticed and to keep her background a secret. But then she finds herself paired with the most popular boy in the school for their Chemistry lessons, and suddenly she is thrust into the spotlight. Ja is cocky, confident and the only son of a wealthy, overprotective mother and an absent father. His life takes a drastic turn when he visits his sick father and discovers that he has another family. As these two unlikely partners are thrown together, they must navigate the complexities of high school politics, family secrets, social class divisions, and their own growing connection. Perfect for readers aged 14-18 years, this Storymoja title addresses themes of identity, belonging, family secrets, social class, and the courage to be seen. It is ideal for classroom literature discussions, young adult book clubs, and independent reading for teens exploring their own sense of self and place in the world.

Key Facts & Features:

• Dual Narrative: Told in two distinct voices – shy, ordinary Sula and cocky, confident Ja – offering multiple perspectives.

• Compelling Premise: Sula, a misfit, is paired with the most popular boy in school for Chemistry lessons and thrust into the spotlight.

• Family Secrets: Ja’s life takes a drastic turn when he visits his sick father and discovers he has another family.

• Social Class Exploration: Explores the lives of teenagers from very different social backgrounds navigating adolescent life.

• School Dance Drama: Centers on the contentious issue of the school leaving dance, a relatable adolescent milestone.

Empower your teen to explore themes of identity, belonging, and the courage to be seen through this gripping dual-narrative young adult novel. Buy this inspiring, confidence-building Sula & Ja (Storymoja) book from Riki Bookshop, Kenya’s trusted bookstore for quality stationery and educational books at affordable prices.

ISBN: 9789966066206