Author Athalia Monae’s debut novel, Why the Secrets? Through Their Eyes, is a contemporary family drama exploring silence, miscommunication, and the healing power of honest conversation.

Author Athalia Monae has released her debut novel, Why the Secrets? Through Their Eyes, exploring one of the most fundamental truths about human connection: relationships thrive on honest communication, and often break down when that communication is missing.

Through the story of one family, the novel demonstrates how silence, assumptions, and unspoken truths create unnecessary distance, resentment, and pain, while showing how healing becomes possible once open dialogue is embraced. At its core, the story emphasizes two lessons: a lack of communication can fracture trust and even end the relationships we value most, and before judging a situation or person, it’s crucial to gather all the facts before rushing to judgment.

These themes make the novel a relatable read not only for families but also for co-workers, university students, and anyone navigating important relationships in their personal or professional life, offering an engaging, story-driven framework for reflecting on how we communicate and how we can do better.

Why the Secrets? Through Their Eyes encourages readers to pause, ask deeper questions, and recognize how transparency, empathy, and fact-finding are life skills that build stronger families, teams, and communities.

Companion Release: Unspoken Truths — A Guided Journal to Finding Your Voice

Alongside the novel, Monae has released Unspoken Truths: A Guided Journal to Finding Your Voice, a companion journal that helps readers explore the stories they carry, the emotions they’ve silenced, and the truths they’re finally ready to face. Inspired by the novel’s themes, it guides readers through questions and reflections on family dynamics, hidden pain, and generational silence — helping them recognize where their voice was quieted and strengthen how they communicate with the people they love. Used alone or alongside the novel, it supports readers in reclaiming their voice and building healthier, more authentic connections.

About the Author

Athalia Monae is a storyteller, entrepreneur, and advocate for reclaiming one’s voice. She is the creator of the Alahta Hairbrush Case and founder of Alahta Mane Essentials, a wellness brand. Athalia is also a contributing writer for Entrepreneur Media and leads interview series with Authority Magazine, highlighting thought leaders on communication, wellness, and design.

Why the Secrets? began as a short story written for a magazine contest she missed by two minutes — a moment that inspired her to expand it into a full-length novel about family, communication, and the unspoken truths that shape our relationships. She also created the companion journal Unspoken Truths: A Guided Journal to Finding Your Voice. Athalia writes for readers who value depth, vulnerability, and the courage to speak boldly.

Connect with Athalia Online

Author Website: https://athaliamonae.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/athaliamonae/

Why the Secrets? Through Their Eyes and Unspoken Truths: A Guided Journal to Finding Your Voice are available for purchase on Amazon

https://www.amazon.com/Why-Secrets-Through-Their-Eyes-ebook/dp/B0GJYNHHPD

https://www.amazon.com/Unspoken-Truths-Guided-Journal-Finding/dp/B0GSZ3MWPM

Book Detail

Why the Secrets? Through Their Eyes by Athalia Monae | Independently Published | December 9, 2025 | ISBN: 978-8-9941671-0-6 | Genre: Family Drama

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