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Unthinkable: Trauma, Truth, and the Trials of American Democracy
by Jamie Raskin; narrated by the author
What it's about: Congressman Jamie Raskin tells the story of the 45 days at the start of 2021 that permanently changed his life—and his family’s—as he confronted the painful loss of his son to suicide, lived through the violent insurrection in our nation’s Capitol and led the impeachment effort to hold President Trump accountable for inciting the political violence.
About the author: Congressman Raskin represents Maryland's 8th Congressional District and previously was a professor of constitutional law for over 25 years at American University’s Washington College of Law.
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| Moon Witch, Spider King by Marlon James; narrated by Bahni TurpinWhat it is: a companion novel to Black Leopard, Red Wolf and the 2nd book in The Dark Star trilogy that revisits events of the first book from the perspective of Sogolon, the 177-year-old Moon Witch, while also delving into her rich and turbulent backstory.
Narration: Bahni Turpin expertly juggles multiple character accents and tones in her AudioFile Earphones Award-winning recording. |
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Mercy Street
by Jennifer Haigh; narrated by Stacey Glemboski
What it's about: As anti-abortion protests intensify, Claudia, a counselor at the Mercy Street clinic, is in a constant state of fear and turns to an affable pot dealer through whom she meets a random assortment of customers, one of whom may unwittingly bring about the destruction of the clinic.
Reviewers say: Haigh "holds her readers captive from first to last page with an unflinching look at the human tragedies that lie behind every layer of the never-ending controversial national abortion battle" (Library Journal).
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| Circus of Wonders by Elizabeth Macneal; narrated by Tuppence MiddletonWhat it's about: Nell has always been stared at in her small English village thanks to the mottled birthmarks that cover her body, but fate gives her the chance for attention on her own terms after her father sells her to a traveling circus and its proprietor lets her perform acrobatic stunts instead of being a sideshow attraction.
Narration: British actress Tuppence Middleton offers a spirited reading of this thought-provoking historical fiction novel. |
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| This Woven Kingdom by Tahereh Mafi; narrated by Kate ReadingWhat it's about: Teen servant Alizeh faces persecution because she is Jinn, but the ice running through her veins marks her as the heir to a lost kingdom. Prince Kamran's unforgettable encounter with Alizeh promises to upend his own life, and possibly alter the course of history.
Narration: Kate Reading's husky and resonant narration brings to life this romantic fantasy based on the Persian epic poem the Shahnameh. |
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| South to America: A Journey Below the Mason-Dixon to Understand the Soul of a Nation by Imani Perry; narrated by Imani PerryWhat it's about: Princeton professor Imani Perry, who was born in Alabama, traveled throughout the American South using the region's history and culture as a lens to view the country as a whole.
Narration: Perry's lyrical and impassioned narration weaves together musings on race and place and details about her family and life. |
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The War That Made the Roman Empire: Antony, Cleopatra, and Octavian at Actium
by Barry Strauss; narrated by Jacques Roy
What it's about: After Caesar's assassination, two men rose to challenge one another for control of the Roman Empire: Mark Antony and Octavian. Their forces met for the Battle of Actium in 31 BC.
Reviewers say: Strauss "has an eye for telling details and a knack for explaining the era’s complex political alliances and rivalries in clear terms. Ancient history buffs will be riveted" (Publishers Weekly).
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The Christie Affair
by Nina de Gramont; narrated by Lucy Scott
What it's about: Reimagining the unexpected eleven-day disappearance of Agatha Christie that captivated the world, this novel is told from the point of view of Miss Nan O'Dea, who infiltrated the Christies' wealthy, rarified world to destroy their marriage
Reviewers say: "Devilishly clever, elegantly composed and structured—simply splendid" (Kirkus).
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