Bitter Crop

Name: Bitter Crop
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4 (22 reviews)
Author: Paul Alexander

Billie Holiday's Turbulent Life, Poetically Narrated

Written byPaul Alexander

Narrated byMaya Days

Length11h59m

Release dateFebruary 13, 2024

GenreBiographies & Memoirs, Art & Literature, Artists, Architects & Photographers

LanguageEnglish

★★★★★ 4.0 (22 ratings)

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Author	Paul Alexander
Narrator	Maya Days
Runtime	11h59m
Published	February 13, 2024
Rating	★★★★★ 4.0 / 5 (22 ratings)
Categories	Biographies & Memoirs, Art & Literature, Artists, Architects & Photographers, Cultural & Regional, Entertainment & Celebrities, Women
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

About This Audiobook

Step into the vivid world of jazz legend Billie Holiday through the lens of author Paul Alexander’s poignant biography. With Maya Days’ rich and emotive narration, listeners are enveloped in a narrative that not only charts Holiday’s career but delves deep into her personal struggles. This audiobook is a masterpiece of both artistry and storytelling, making it an essential listen for fans of jazz or those interested in the lives of American cultural icons.

Tags: jazz biographyemotional narrationartistic memoir

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Expert narration by Maya Days brings every character and scene to life across 11h59m of immersive audio.
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Editor's Review ★★★★★

AudioBook Atlas

Maya Days’ narration brings Paul Alexander's biography to life with remarkable poignancy. Her deep and soothing voice perfectly complements the emotional weight of Holiday’s story, allowing listeners to fully immerse themselves in her world. The pacing is deliberate yet engaging, ensuring that every detail of Holiday’s life feels both significant and relatable. While the production quality is exceptional, one might wish for a slightly more diverse range of musical examples to truly capture the spirit of jazz during this era. Nonetheless, this audiobook remains an intimate and inspiring journey through the life of a true icon.

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