Quote by Aminatta Forna: “War does not end with the ceasefire.”

This quote powerfully reminds us that the impact of conflict continues long after the fighting stops. Psychological wounds, societal damage, and lingering traumas persist for generations, deeply affecting individuals and communities.

Published in a decade still grappling with the aftermath of numerous conflicts, this novel highlights the deep, long-term scars of war on individuals and societies, even years after official peace agreements have been signed.

Sierra Leonean-Scottish author whose novels and memoir The Devil That Danced on the Water confront war, loss, and justice with unflinching intelligence. Her novel Happiness was published in 2018 and explores urban grief and connection across cultures.