Salou by Morenike McFaal

The strength of the individual and the family is showcased in Salou by Morenike McFaal, an original and captivating work of romance. Salou is living in Paris and looking forward to her new promotion when she is the victim of a hit-and-run accident where she is hurt badly, drifting into a coma. Her family, living far away in Guinea, has no way to know what happened or where she is, launching a desperate search to find her, while Salou fights her own battle to recover, starting an unlikely relationship in the process. Set against a vividly drawn international backdrop, Salou is wholly unique among romance novels. While the story isn’t a traditional romance, it is a deeply satisfying read nonetheless, as one roots for her character, which is crafted with subtle poignancy and sensitivity. A fast read, the novel pulls in the reader with its juxtaposition of a realistic setting with the longings of a couple and family who are drawn to be together.