Author Toya Wolfe draws on her own childhood for this powerful debut novel that examines the summer of 1999. That was the summer when the demolition of the Robert Taylor Houses on Chicago's South Side uprooted everyone's lives. Narrator Shayna Small, as FeFe, reflects upon that time with an engaging voice. As FeFe relives those events, Small moves smoothly into distinct character voices, making local accents easy to understand. FeFe's voice is full of love and worry for her brother, Meechie, and her friends Precious, Stacia, and Tonya. Stacia is testing her voice and power as she tries to find her place in her gangsta family. Tonya is fearful as she craves friendship, at the same time needing to protect her mother and herself.
Pub Date: June 14, 2022
Duration: 6 hrs
DD ISBN: 9780063209770
Publisher: Harper Audio
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
Lakin’s distinct and expressive character voices make it easy to fall in love with this romance.
Narrator Christine Lakin gives a delightful performance of this sports romance about three up-and-coming female tennis athletes competing at Wimbledon and finding love. Indiana is fresh off her win at the French Open and is looking to find love with Jack. Penny is hoping to overcome an ankle injury in time to compete, with the support of the love of her life, Alex. Jasmine is the underdog hoping to make a name for herself. Lakin artfully distinguishes between each female heroine, creating the perfect variation of tone and nuance to convey their doubts, desires, and dreams.
Lakin’s distinct and expressive character voices make it easy to fall in love with this romance.Pub Date: N/A
Duration: 8 hrs, 49 mins
DD ISBN: 9781668657409
Publisher: Hachette Audio
Review Posted Online: June 13, 2026
In this fascinating coming-of-age portrait, Thomas Black Bull's journey from the child, Bear's Brother, to the fearsome rodeo rider, Killer Tom Black, is painted with compassion and insight. Forced to learn the White Man's ways, Tom reaches adulthood consumed by rage. Read with great vigor by Norman Dietz, the recording bursts with the energy of rodeo circuit and transports the listener to the southwest. The accurate portrayal of Tom's Ute ancestry and way of life, the sorrow and frustration of losing his heritage, and his angry retaliation at the world make this an excellent listening choice for adults and teenagers. It would also be a wonderful addition to high school units on the Native American experience.
Pub Date: N/A
Duration: 10 hrs
Publisher: Recorded Books Inc.
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
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