Malya is a joyful and fulfilled little girl who loves to dance. Her parents have been divorced for a few years. She accepts this situation because she is lucky enough to spend as much time with her mom as with her dad. Her daily life is turned upside down when one day, Alassane, her father, tells her that he wants to introduce her to a special friend who means a lot to him. For Malya, it is distressing — she doesn't want things to change, but more importantly, there's no way she's going to have another mom…
The father/daughter relationship is at the heart of this beautiful story, set within the everyday life of a divorced father and his daughter. Closeness and kindness are at the core of this relationship — a universal bond that ties a father to his child, whatever their situation. Beyond this theme, this book breaks down deeply rooted prejudices about a father's role in raising his child, and is also a tool for parents wishing to start a conversation about a new partner. This book is also a celebration of African culture and history, and a rich discovery for adults and children alike.
