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  • The Tempest Tales

  • By: Walter Mosley
  • Narrated by: Ty Jones
  • Length: 4 hrs and 1 min
  • 4.4 out of 5 stars (158 ratings)

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The Tempest Tales

By: Walter Mosley
Narrated by: Ty Jones
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Publisher's summary

The author of 30 critically acclaimed works, Walter Mosley has had his novels translated into 23 languages.

The Tempest Tales, an Essence Book Club Recommended Read, features Tempest Landry, a black man shot down by an over-eager cop. But that's not the end of the line for Tempest. Unwilling to accept St. Peter's judgment that he spend eternity in Hell, Tempest is sent back to Harlem - guardian angel in tow - to make things right.

©2008 Walter Mosley (P)2008 Recorded Books,LLC
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Great suspense

Humor and humanity mixed with dread. Really drawn into the characters and story. Detente gets a new context

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Interesting

I had a great time listening to this modern tale of good vs evil. Mr. Mosley did a great job encapsulating this idea. Looking forward to listening to more novels from Walter Mosley.

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I’m Sorry to this Man, but Where Have I BEEN!?!

This author, his style of writing, and his story were completely unknown to me before Masterclass. (He’s incredible!) As a young Black woman who has focused on female authors of color, I missed out, and I don’t know how, but this was a treat. I will absolutely be reading more by Mr. Mosley.

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What is the difference between Heaven and Hell

Excellent, this book was so thought provoking. Things that are right can also be wrong. Question, what decides heaven and Hell

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AMAZING

Walter Mosley is AMAZING and AWSOME! How does he do it? Happily, who knows (smile)!

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Riveting

I enjoyed this tale between good and evil so much, that I listened to it in one sitting! It needs to be a movie. Mr Mosley grasps of black dialect is honest and respectful. The concept is intriguing. Thank you Walter Mosley!

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Another Great Creation

Another great creation from Walter Mosley. I have seen movies and read many books on peoples account about the after life this was the best. Great novel. I even read the book while it was playing.

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Worth every second

Great listen. Could not tear away from the story and the narration. Truly a philosophical masterpiece in words and images.

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very fun

Theology and philosophy usually aren't fun, but the gifted Walter Mosley found a way.

This is a lot of fun and also thought provoking. If you liked The Good Place, this is for you. If you questioned too much in Sunday school, this is also for you.

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great book

I think this should be a movie in the making. I was at the edge of my seat from beginning to end

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