The Talk of the Party by Foluso Agbaje

In a family built on lies, what happens when the truth comes out?

‘A highly entertaining family drama’ Rukky Brume, author of It Comes in Waves

Bukola Obanile’s 60th birthday party is the hottest ticket in town. But champagne isn’t all that is being served…

The Obaniles' picture-perfect life is the envy of all Lagos society, and everyone wants a piece. So, when renowned matriarch Bukola’s birthday approaches, there are no expenses spared. Five hundred guests are invited, and her four children are all in attendance. Everything will be perfect, just as planned.

Except living the dream comes at a price and, as the party draws closer, each of the Obanile children find themselves embroiled in scandals that could shatter the flawless reputation their mother has carefully built.

As the music builds and chandeliers glitter, this one perfect night could be all it takes to destroy a family built on deception…

Author: Foluso Agbaje

Modern & contemporary fiction (post c 1945)

Published on 21 May 2026 by HarperCollins Publishers (One More Chapter) in the United Kingdom.

Paperback / softback | 400 pages
198 x 129 | 280g