Sugar Girl

Sugar Girl is a 1964 children's novel written by Nigerian author Kola Onadipe.

Plot
The story follows Ralia, a girl whose mother is blind, and her father's back is broken. She goes missing in the forest while arranging firewood and is taken in by an old witch who offers her accommodation in return for Ralia's singing voice.

Fews days later Ralia runs away from the witch's house. She is taken in by a hunter and his family and Ralia befriends the hunter daughter. One day while playing together, she is knocked down by a prince who takes her home to nurse her.

After recovering, Ralia is taken back home to her village where she reunites with her parents.

Reception
The book was well received and is used in Nigerian primary schools.