If There Is One Without Sin

If There Is One Without Sin is a character-driven literary novella set in Lilongwe, Malawi, exploring themes of regret, moral responsibility, and second chances. The story follows Hendrix, a middle-aged man whose chance meeting with Josephine, a guarded and enigmatic woman waiting alone at a bus stage, awakens emotions he believed were long buried.As their connection deepens, both characters must confront the consequences of their past decisions and the fear that history may repeat itself. The narrative examines how ordinary moments can become turning points in a person's life, and how honesty — even painful honesty — can open the door to redemption.Grounded in the cultural and social landscape of Malawi, the novella offers an intimate exploration of human vulnerability, forgiveness, and the possibility of renewal.