APRIL 2021 - AudioFile
This is the first audiobook in a new series called Edinburgh Nights, set in a future post-apocalyptic world. Narrator Tinashe Warikandwa gives dimension to the featured character, Ropa, as she makes her way in a harsh environment. Warikandwa captures the spirit of a young teen who quit school to become a ghost stalker to support her gran, sister, and self. Warikandwa gives Ropa a gentle Scottish accent, yet her gran’s accent is Zimbabwean. This contrast works to remind listeners that Ropa must rely on all her gran has taught her about Zimbabwean magic, as well more mundane street smarts. Warikandwa sets a quick pace as Ropa, full of bravado, is always hustling and trying to survive. J.E.M. © AudioFile 2021, Portland, Maine
From the Publisher
Praise for The Library of the Dead:
"Alluring, shadowy Edinburgh with its hints of sophisticated academic magic will draw you in, but it’s Ropa—a hard knocks ghostalker on her paranormal grind to pay the rent—who grabs hold. The moment you meet her, you’ll follow wherever she goes." — Olivie Blake, Author of The Atlas Six
“I highly recommend The Library of the Dead.”—Charlaine Harris, author of the Sookie Stackhouse series
“An absolute delight . . . kept me totally hooked.”—Genevieve Cogman, author of The Invisible Library
“A fast-paced, future-set Edinburgh thriller. The Library of the Dead mixes magical mysteries with a streetwise style of writing . . . roll on the sequel.”—The Times
“One of the strangest and most compelling fantasy worlds you’ll see all year . . . We can't wait for the next volume.”—SFX
“Contemporary fantasy, at its best, is both escapist and urgent: this does both admirably.”—The Scotsman
“Expertly blending elements of Zimbabwean and Scottish culture, Huchu’s occult thriller is as entertaining as it is thought-provoking.”—Publishers Weekly, starred review
“What a delight. Great pacing, wonderfully creepy villains, and so much fun!”—A. K. Larkwood, author of The Unspoken Name
“Stupendously engaging.”—Ben Aaronovitch, author of the Rivers of London series
"There’s magic and mystery in these pages, and with a protagonist like Ropa, you’ll be glad you went along for the ride."—BookRiot
APRIL 2021 - AudioFile
This is the first audiobook in a new series called Edinburgh Nights, set in a future post-apocalyptic world. Narrator Tinashe Warikandwa gives dimension to the featured character, Ropa, as she makes her way in a harsh environment. Warikandwa captures the spirit of a young teen who quit school to become a ghost stalker to support her gran, sister, and self. Warikandwa gives Ropa a gentle Scottish accent, yet her gran’s accent is Zimbabwean. This contrast works to remind listeners that Ropa must rely on all her gran has taught her about Zimbabwean magic, as well more mundane street smarts. Warikandwa sets a quick pace as Ropa, full of bravado, is always hustling and trying to survive. J.E.M. © AudioFile 2021, Portland, Maine
