Crops of Barren Land

Crops of Barren Land by Penpusher chronicles the disintegration of Abdulrazaq and Salamat's family. Abdulrazaq's job loss plunges Salamat into bitterness, creating psychological trauma for their children who witness their once loving home crumble. Abdulrazaq struggles to maintain control, with his authority undermined by Salamat, except with his youngest, Ibrahim, who tragically dies amidst the turmoil. Khadijat, Abdulrazaq's jilted ex-fiance, offers him employment, but Salamat’s pride prevents acceptance. Salamat poisons her daughter Aisha’s mind, convincing her that wealth is paramount in marriage. This influences Aisha to reject her love for the poor Abdullah, leading her into a dangerous relationship with wealthy Gbenga. After a near-fatal encounter with Gbenga, Aisha becomes the second wife of a business mogul, achieving material success. However, she soon discovers the hollowness of her gilded life when her circumstances deteriorate.