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If you are in the mood for love, Gold Coast Dilemma is for you! Written by bestselling author Nana Malone, this romance novel is filled with passion and, of course, as with all captivating stories, a dilemma!

Ofosua Addo, a Ghanaian American heiress, meets Cole Drake at a lavish publishing party. They end their flirtatiously conversation with a kiss that neither of them will ever forget! Time passes and Ofosua is to be married to a man that her traditional and domineering mother adores. However, Ofosua’s big, beautiful Ghanaian wedding quickly turns into drama, leaving her heartbroken, and eventually, in the midst of self-discovery.

Yet, as fate would have it, Cole comes back into her life, but their situations are much different than when they first met. They are workplace rivals. Will Ofosua and Cole be able to reignite the flame that was once so hot between them while overcoming expectations and tradition?

 "I couldn’t put Gold Coast Dilemma down — it’s Crazy Rich Asians meets Ghanaian high society, packed with breathtaking traditions, scandalous secrets and unapologetic opulence. Nana Malone has been a favorite of mine for years, and this new book weaves a story so vivid and glamorous, it feels like you’re right there in the heart of it all," raved Kennedy Ryan, New York Times bestselling author of Before I Let Go and This Could Be Us.

We caught up with Nana Malone who had some very inspiring words.

How does Ofosua’s internal struggle reflect the broader themes of the book?
Ofosua’s internal struggle is the ultimate battle between doing what’s expected and choosing what actually makes her happy. She’s got the dream job, the perfect-on-paper fiancé—until she catches him cheating. Suddenly, she’s questioning everything: her choices, her worth, and whether love should feel like a checklist. She starts wondering if she can love her culture and still see beyond it? And starts to see that doing everything her mother’s way will never make her happy. Through career struggles and unexpected romance with Cole, she learns that true happiness starts with choosing herself—boldly, unapologetically, and without anyone else’s permission.

Love can be complicated. How can women stay encouraged through bumps on their love journeys?
Like Ofosua, sometimes you have to wade through a little mess before you can build something real. I’d say to stay encouraged by remembering that bumps in the road aren’t stop signs—they’re lessons. Love shouldn’t shrink you; it should expand you. So, trust the journey, embrace the detours, and never settle for love that asks you to be less than everything you are.

Gold Coast Dilemma includes strong friendships. How have your own Sisterfriends enhanced your life?
For me, the people in my life are everything. I need them to keep me grounded, to listen, to give me a boost. To call me out when needed. To laugh with me. To know when I need to put on some Burna Boy and dance it out. I think life is all about the family you make along the way.

Your novel emphasizes following one's heart and beliefs. What advice can you give readers?
It’s interesting. This question has come up so often for me in the past year. I met a reader at a signing, and she was telling me how she felt intimidated in the space. So, I told her something my grandmother told me before my family moved back to the States: You belong in every room. Act accordingly. I think for Ofos, her inner core strength is what shines through. She knows what’s important to her. And I think that’s what’s important. Knowing what you stand for and deciding to be unwavering about it.


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