Javar Clark

Some books entertain you. A few inspire you. But once in a rare while, you stumble upon a story that transforms you quietly, powerfully, and permanently. Life and Intentions is that kind of story. Instead of just writing a novel, Nyadida opens a doorway into a life so vivid, so achingly honest, that you don’t just read but feel. From the tender, innocent beginnings of a young narrator’s childhood to the gut-wrenching scenes of loss, betrayal, and love that shape his soul, this book becomes more than fiction, it is truth. What makes this novel unforgettable isn’t just the storytelling (though that’s brilliant), it’s the emotional intelligence behind it, thus my 5 star rating. Each character is drawn with stunning depth, like, Grandma’s strength wrapped in quiet suffering… Berzil’s haunting silence and unspoken grief… and the electrifying, tender, and heartbreaking bond between Steve and Hellen. Their love isn’t perfect, but it’s real, the kind of love that echoes long after it's gone. Trauma, generational wounds, mental health, success, and the brutal yet beautiful path of healing—all with unflinching honesty. The writing doesn’t just pull at your heartstrings but plucks them like an instrument, playing notes of joy, sorrow, hope, success and redemption. And perhaps that’s the greatest strength of this novel because it doesn’t offer easy answers. It doesn’t pretend that life is fair. But it does whisper something we often forget: that even our deepest pain can serve a purpose. That love, in all its forms, is worth it. That we are allowed to hurt and still heal. If you’ve ever lost someone, loved too hard, or questioned the reason behind your journey; this book will speak to you in ways you didn’t expect. It’s poetic. It’s raw. And it’s essential reading for anyone who’s ever dared to feel deeply. Gift it to your family, relatives and friends because they will never forget about you because Life and Intentions is a heartprint. And once it touches you, you’ll never forget it. Read it. Reflect on it. And when you're done, gift it to someone who needs to be reminded that they’re not alone. I’ll be waiting for part two and praying this becomes a film. The world needs to experience this story. I never expected this from a first time author.