The Weight of SilenceThe first daughter in a family of five, Adaeze has spent her entire life carrying expectations that were never hers to choose. Raised by strict trader parents in Lagos, every step she takes is monitored, every decision questioned, and every dream placed behind duty.University is supposed to be her chance at freedom, but the rules follow her even there. As she struggles to balance family expectations, friendships, love, and the desire to discover who she truly is, Adaeze begins to realize that staying silent has cost her more than she ever imagined.When buried secrets, difficult choices, and painful sacrifices threaten to change her life forever, she must decide whether to continue living for everyone else—or finally find the courage to speak for herself.The Weight of Silence is a heartfelt coming-of-age novel about family, identity, resilience, and the strength it takes to break free from the expectations that have shaped your entire life.