Edidiong Esshiet
Edidiong Esshiet is a Nigerian author celebrated for his gripping thrillers and mystery novels that delve into themes of identity, legacy, and the invisible forces that shape the human experience. His storytelling weaves cultural realism with pulse-pounding suspense, fusing modern narratives with ancestral echoes that resonate deeply with readers.
With a voice rooted in history, heritage, and vivid imagination, Edidiong crafts stories that transcend generations. His notable works include Daughters of Forgotten Flame, The Lagos Swap, The Evening God Ate Spaghetti, Heist, and The Aftermath, among others.
When he isn’t writing, he enjoys deep research, thought-provoking conversations, and quiet moments with his beloved family—his greatest source of inspiration.
Edidiong Esshiet is a Nigerian author celebrated for his gripping thrillers and mystery novels that delve into themes of identity, legacy, and the invisible forces that shape the human experience. His storytelling weaves cultural realism with pulse-pounding suspense, fusing modern narratives with ancestral echoes that resonate deeply with readers.
With a voice rooted in history, heritage, and vivid imagination, Edidiong crafts stories that...
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The Lagos Swap
Idara Ehehim is using drugs to escape the trauma of rape. On her wedding night she suspects her husband is the rapist. But her quest to reveal the truth takes a turn when she discovers she and her husband have a set of lookalikes living in the same city. Shocked by this discovery; worried no one believes her claims; and mortified by the...
My Secret
Naomi’s parent, family members and the Police are eager to know what had happened to Naomi, who was picked up along Lekki–Epe Expressway, unconscious, with stab wounds in her abdomen and bruises all over her body by a good Samaritan and brought to a hospital.
The Evening God Ate Spaghetti
Five year old Benjamin invites GOD for dinner. GOD shows up, triggering series of miracles in real time. This life-changing encounter provokes deep reflection on our level of faith in God.