Home Is Not a Country by Safia Elhillo

Home Is Not a Country

Poetic Journey Through Displacement and Identity

Written bySafia Elhillo
Length3h11m
Release dateMarch 2, 2021
Languageenglish
★★★★☆ 4.7 (3 ratings)

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AuthorSafia Elhillo
NarratorSafia Elhillo, Christopher Myers
Runtime3h11m
PublishedMarch 2, 2021
Rating★★★★☆ 4.7 / 5 (3 ratings)
CategoriesTeen & Young Adult, Literature & Fiction, Difficult Situations, Depression & Mental Health, Self Esteem & Self Image, Family & Relationships, Family, Poetry
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

Experience the raw, powerful journey of Safia Elhillo’s Home Is Not a Country, where the poet weaves her personal narrative with universal themes of belonging and displacement. This audiobook is uniquely distinct as it features both the author herself and acclaimed illustrator Christopher Myers in narration, creating a rich, layered listening experience that captures the essence of its poetic prose.

Tags: poetrydisplacementidentityYA fictionemotional

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  • Expert narration by Safia Elhillo, Christopher Myers brings every character and scene to life across 3h11m of immersive audio.
  • Bestseller-quality story from Safia Elhillo, rated 4.7 stars by 3 listeners.
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Editor's Review ★★★★☆

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The narration by Safia Elhillo and Christopher Myers is nothing short of magical. Elhillo’s voice carries an authenticity and emotional depth that perfectly matches her poetry, making every line resonate with truth. The interwoven voices add a unique dimension to the story, creating moments where the listener can almost feel both the poet's and illustrator's emotions. The pacing is deliberate yet captivating, allowing for deep immersion into the narrative’s complex themes of identity and belonging. While the emotional weight occasionally feels heavy, this only underscores the profound impact Home Is Not a Country has on its listeners. A standout in audiobook storytelling.

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