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An Orchestra of Minorities
by Chigozie Obioma; narrated by Chukwudi Iwuji
What it's about: In a contemporary twist of Homer's The Odyssey, a guardian spirit recounts the tragic story of a Nigerian poultry farmer who sacrifices everything for the wealthy woman he loves.
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The Island of Sea Women: A Novel
by Lisa See; narrated by Jennifer Lim
What it's about: The ostracized daughter of a Japanese collaborator and the daughter of their Korean village's head female diver share nearly a century of friendship that is tested by their island's torn position between two warring empires.
Narration: Narrator Jennifer Lim also read Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng.
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The Path Made Clear: Discovering Your Life's Direction and Purpose
by Oprah Winfrey
What it's about: The award-winning global media leader and philanthropist offers a guide for identifying one's purpose and creating a framework for a life that is both successful and meaningful, sharing inspirational quotes by some of today's most influential cultural figures.
Narration: Read by the author.
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| The Vanishing Man by Charles Finch; narrated by James LangtonFeaturing: Charles Lenox, a 26-year-old sleuth and Oxford grad in 1853 London; his butler Graham, who assists with cases; his clever neighbor, Lady Jane Grey; and Lancelot, his mischievous 12-year-old cousin.
Narration: James Langton underscores the characters' class differences by giving privileged characters' voices a dramatic flair and offering more humble readings when portraying London's lower-class denizens. |
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| Black Leopard, Red Wolf by Marlon James; narrated by Dion GrahamWhat it is: a lush and, at times, surreal Afrofantasy novel by the author of A Brief History of Seven Killings.
Narration: Dion Graham imbues his AudioFile Earphones Award-winning reading with an immersive growl, multiple accents, and skillful singing. |
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The Editor
by Steven Rowley; narrated by Michael Urie
What it's about: A struggling writer in 1990s New York City gets his big break from none other than Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis.
Narration: Narrator Michael Urie also read Lily and the Octopus by Steven Rowley.
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The Light over London
by Julia Kelly; narrated by Lucy Brownhill
What it's about: Unable to confront the challenges in her own life, Cara Hargraves immerses herself in work for her antiques-dealer boss, uncovering relics from the life of World War II British "Gunner Girl" Louise Keene and her complicated relationship with a man named Paul.
Narration: Narrator Lucy Brownhill also read Merrow by Ananda Braxton-Smith.
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Cemetery Road: A Novel
by Greg Iles; narrated by Scott Brick
What it's about: His father's terminal illness, his family's struggling newspaper and a politically charged murder trial force a Washington journalist to return to his small Mississippi hometown.
Narration: Scott Brick received an AudioFile Earphones Award for this performance.
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The Wicked King
by Holly Black; narrated by Caitlin Kelly
What it's about: A sequel to The Cruel Prince finds Jude navigating the Faerie's constantly shifting political alliances while the wicked but alluring king, Cardan, does everything in his power to undermine her, before the acts of a mysterious traitor threaten the lives of everyone Jude loves.
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Before She Was Found
by Heather Gudenkauf; narrated by Brittany Pressley
What it's about: Before She Was Found is a timely and gripping thriller about friendship and betrayal, about the power of social pressure and the price of needing to fit in. It is about the great lengths a parent will go to protect their child and keep them safeāeven if that means burying the truth, no matter the cost.
Narration: Narrator Brittany Pressley also read Not If I Save You First by Ally Carter.
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