Selam Ghennet
The Trophy Wife
Selam, a young Ethiopian beauty at the age of twenty-one, possesses a captivating allure that never fails to catch the attention of those around her. Recently, she moved from her hometown of Nazaret to Chicago, as she entered into a marriage arranged by her parents. The fortunate groom is a prosperous ex-military man, a Chicagoan twenty-five years her senior. This significant transition has caused Selam to sever the intimate bond she shared with Mekonnen, her childhood friend and first love. Now, she finds herself in the midst of a foreign land, struggling to adapt to an unfamiliar world. And as she navigates this uncharted path, her strength and resilience will undoubtedly be put to the test.