Deacon King Kong

Name: Deacon King Kong
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4 (18 reviews)
Author: James McBride

Brooklyn’s Raw Racial Tensions Unleashed in Gripping Lit Fiction

Written byJames McBride

Narrated byDominic Hoffman

Length14h05m

Release dateJuly 16, 2020

GenreLiterature & Fiction, Genre Fiction, Literary Fiction

LanguageEnglish

★★★★★ 4.0 (18 ratings)

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Author	James McBride
Narrator	Dominic Hoffman
Runtime	14h05m
Published	July 16, 2020
Rating	★★★★★ 4.0 / 5 (18 ratings)
Categories	Literature & Fiction, Genre Fiction, Literary Fiction, Historical Fiction, Women's Fiction, Comedy & Humor, Satire
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

About This Audiobook

Experience the pulsating heart of 1960s Brooklyn through the eyes of James McBride's Deacon King Kong, narrated with unflinching authenticity by Dominic Hoffman. This literary masterpiece delves into the simmering racial tensions and complex interpersonal relationships within a housing project. The narrative is both poignant and raw, making for an unforgettable auditory journey that grapples with themes of community, identity, and redemption.

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Expert narration by Dominic Hoffman brings every character and scene to life across 14h05m of immersive audio.
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Editor's Review ★★★★★

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Dominic Hoffman's narration is nothing short of outstanding, capturing the nuances of every character with remarkable clarity. His deep, resonant voice brings a gravity to the story that perfectly matches its weighty subject matter. McBride's intricate plot unfolds at just the right pace, allowing listeners to fully absorb the tension and emotion. However, some might find the slower sections challenging as they delve into detailed descriptions of characters' backgrounds. Overall, Deacon King Kong is a powerful and thought-provoking listen that stands out in its genre.

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