Sugar Town Queens

Name: Sugar Town Queens
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.6 (6 reviews)
Author: Malla Nunn

Heartbreaking Coming-of-Age in Colonial Malaya

Written byMalla Nunn

Narrated byBahni Turpin

Length9h35m

Release dateAugust 3, 2021

GenreTeen & Young Adult, Literature & Fiction, Difficult Situations

LanguageEnglish

★★★★☆ 4.6 (6 ratings)

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Author	Malla Nunn
Narrator	Bahni Turpin
Runtime	9h35m
Published	August 3, 2021
Rating	★★★★☆ 4.6 / 5 (6 ratings)
Categories	Teen & Young Adult, Literature & Fiction, Difficult Situations, Racism & Discrimination, Multicultural, Mystery, Thriller & Suspense, Mysteries & Detectives
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

About This Audiobook

Sugar Town Queens is a gripping tale of adolescence, friendship, and resilience set against the backdrop of colonial Malayan society. Navigating complex family dynamics and societal expectations, Amandla faces her mother's volatile temper and learns to find strength through unexpected bonds. Bahni Turpin’s nuanced narration brings depth to each character, making this audiobook a compelling listen.

Tags: Colonial MalayaTeen Coming-of-AgeFriendship and ResilienceHistorical FictionAudiobook Narration

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Expert narration by Bahni Turpin brings every character and scene to life across 9h35m of immersive audio.
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Editor's Review ★★★★☆

AudioBook Atlas

Bahni Turpin delivers an exceptionally emotional performance in Sugar Town Queens, capturing the essence of Amandla’s journey with great authenticity. Her portrayal of diverse characters is skillfully nuanced and deeply moving. The story unfolds at a deliberate pace, allowing each character’s struggles to resonate fully. However, some might find the slow start slightly challenging. Overall, it's a powerful exploration of coming-of-age in a tumultuous setting that will captivate young adult listeners.

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