Ladi’s First: The Story follows Ladi, the daughter of a Hawaiian-Black mother and Italian father, as she journeys through the complexities of being “the first.” The first to dream of elevating her family as well as herself. The first to chase a dream beyond expectations. The first to question where she belongs. Told with emotional honesty and religious cultural nuance, Ladi’s First explores the weight of generational expectation, the quiet ache of not quite fitting in, and the power of carving a new path when there’s no blueprint. A perfect read for fans of The Vanishing Half, Such a Fun Age, and The Light We Carry.
Author Bio
Olivia Angel is a writer, storyteller, and advocate for women owning their voice and rewriting their narratives. With roots in Toledo, Ohio, she writes with heart, clarity, and a deep commitment to elevating the stories we don’t always see reflected in mainstream spaces.
Ladi’s First is her debut novel. A raw and relatable exploration of legacy, ambition, and self definition. Olivia Angel believes in the healing power of words and honors the responsibility of telling stories that move, challenge, and uplift. This novel was placed on her soul to complete, and it reflects the emotional truths of countless women trying to build a life that feels fully their own.
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