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Skin of the Sea
- Skin of the Sea, Book 1
- By: Natasha Bowen
- Narrated by: Yetide Badaki
- Length: 11 hrs and 28 mins
- Unabridged
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Simi prayed to the gods, once. Now she serves them as Mami Wata—a mermaid—collecting the souls of those who die at sea and blessing their journeys back home. But when a living boy is thrown overboard, Simi goes against an ancient decree and does the unthinkable—she saves his life. And punishment awaits those who dare to defy the gods.
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Black history AND black mermaids!!! LOVE IT
- By Kamaya on 02-05-22
- Skin of the Sea
- Skin of the Sea, Book 1
- By: Natasha Bowen
- Narrated by: Yetide Badaki
A Powerful Story That Leaves You Wanting More
Reviewed: 12-07-23
Skin of the Sea is a breathtaking story that keeps you glued to the sea. It does an amazing job of showing the beauty of Africa in Colonial times. Most of the time when referring to the past, the media only shows Africans as slaves. By showcasing our tradition, beliefs, and culture, this narrative shows that there is more to African history than the suffering that was enduredThe voice actress performance is the best that I've heard so far. In the voice, you can feel the tone of the scene and the emotions of the characters she voices. The book deserves more attention and is a far better story than The Little Mermaid, which this book was inspired by. Natasha Bowen is an underrated author who deserves more recognition and I look forward to reading her next book.
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Casino Royale
- James Bond, Book 1
- By: Ian Fleming
- Narrated by: Dan Stevens
- Length: 5 hrs and 2 mins
- Unabridged
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For James Bond and the British Secret Service, the stakes couldn't be higher. 007's mission is to neutralize the Russian operative Le Chiffre by ruining him at the baccarat table, forcing his Soviet masters to "retire" him. When Le Chiffre hits a losing streak, Bond discovers his luck is in - that is, until he meets Vesper Lynd, a glamorous agent who might yet prove to be his downfall. This audiobook includes an exclusive bonus interview with Dan Stevens.
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Bond. James Bond.
- By Troy on 09-19-14
- Casino Royale
- James Bond, Book 1
- By: Ian Fleming
- Narrated by: Dan Stevens
Slow start but intriguing in the end
Reviewed: 11-28-23
Casino Royale stands as a timeless classic, placing emphasis on character depth over the storyline. Dan Stevens's voice acting is flawless, offering a distinct flavor to UK storytelling. Iconic characters like Doctor Who and Sherlock Holmes, and in this instance, James Bond, have the actor's personality serving as the narrative backdrop. Despite occasional plot repetitions, the lead actor introduces a fresh element that transforms the entire story.
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The Prophet
- By: Khalil Gibrán
- Narrated by: Peter Batchelor
- Length: 1 hr and 26 mins
- Unabridged
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World-famous 26 prose poetry fables written in English by the Lebanese-American poet and writer. It was originally published in 1923. It is Gibran's best known work. The Prophet has been translated into over 100 different languages, making it one of the most translated books in history.
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Literally the best book!
- By Amazon Customer on 04-25-20
- The Prophet
- By: Khalil Gibrán
- Narrated by: Peter Batchelor
Good performance, it's missing something .
Reviewed: 10-21-23
The prophet is a great collection of poems that make you reevaluate your circumstances.The author's words make you stop and think, but the narrator's voice can make sleepy. It's not bad for a 1 hour book, but it feels incomplete.
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Dele Weds Destiny
- A Novel
- By: Tomi Obaro
- Narrated by: Tariye Peterside
- Length: 8 hrs and 16 mins
- Unabridged
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Funmi, Enitan, and Zainab first meet at university in Nigeria and become friends for life despite their differences. Funmi is beautiful, brash, and determined; Enitan is homely and eager, seeking escape from her single mother's smothering and needy love; Zainab is elegant and reserved, raised by her father's first two wives after her mother's death in childbirth. Their friendship is complicated but enduring, and over the course of the novel, the listener learns about their loves and losses.
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It’s over?!?!
- By leilani on 12-13-22
- Dele Weds Destiny
- A Novel
- By: Tomi Obaro
- Narrated by: Tariye Peterside
Powerful story of friendship, love, and family
Reviewed: 10-18-23
As someone who's Nigerian American, this story feels very close to home. The story depicts what it means and how it feels to be Nigerian, with all of the family pressure, outdated gender expectations, and intricate relationships. It also perfectly shows the damaging effects of cultural expectations of women and the result of that pressure. The setting shows subtlety of the beauty and danger of this culture which gives the viewer a new perspective and better understanding of the characters. The title of the book is very misleading because even though the wedding is what brings the main characters together, it feels more like a subplot of the story. The author and narrator worked perfectly together, it feels like one person did everything. Overall, Dele Weds Destiny is an amazing story and I look forward to what comes next.
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