Gomorra by Roberto Saviano

Gomorra

Gritty Insider's Tale of Naples' Camorra

Written byRoberto Saviano
Length12h46m
Release dateMay 5, 2024
LanguageItalian
★★★★★ 5.0 (3 ratings)

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AuthorRoberto Saviano
NarratorRoberto Saviano, Liliana Bottone, Pierpaolo De Mejo
Runtime12h46m
PublishedMay 5, 2024
Rating★★★★★ 5.0 / 5 (3 ratings)
CategoriesBiographies & Memoirs, True Crime, Organized Crime
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

Roberto Saviano's 'Gomorra' is a no-holds-barred journey into the heart of the Camorra, the Naples-based organized crime syndicate. Saviano, a native of the region, paints a chilling portrait of a society held hostage by violence and corruption. This isn't a crime thriller with a neat resolution; it's a stark reality check, told with the urgency of a whistleblower. The narration, a tag team effort by Saviano himself and two other Italian narrators, is distinctive. Saviano's voice, raw and impassioned, contrasts with the more measured tones of Liliana Bottone and Pierpaolo De Mejo, creating a dynamic that mirrors the complex narrative.

Tags: True CrimeOrganized CrimeItalian MafiaNon-FictionExposéGritty

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Editor's Review ★★★★★

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Listening to 'Gomorra' is like being on a guided tour of the underbelly of Naples, led by a man who knows its dark corners intimately. Saviano's narration is compelling, his voice crackling with emotion and authority. The other narrators, Bottone and De Mejo, bring a welcome variety, their voices adding depth to the storytelling. The pacing is relentless, each chapter a new descent into the Camorra's web. The production is minimalistic, letting the story and narration take center stage. My only critique? The lack of a clear structure can make it feel like a series of interconnected anecdotes rather than a cohesive narrative. But that's a small price to pay for such an unflinching exploration of a hidden world.

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