ON ROTATION

Narrator Mela Lee's invigorating and multifaceted performance will have listeners eagerly anticipating the ups and downs of Angie--a Ghanaian-American third-year medical student. Plucky Angie has sworn off love, but fate keeps bringing her and Ricky, an empathetic young artist, together. Lee adopts a softer tone for Ricky, whose kindness and big heart draw Angie in. Angie struggles with self-esteem, and in these moments Lee's performance takes on a more emotional tone. As Angie gains confidence, Lee's narration becomes more lively, particularly in moments that involve Angie's best friends, who are given bold, expressive voices. Angie and Ricki were raised by immigrants, and Lee utilizes a slightly accented voice to acknowledge their backgrounds. This funny and emotional journey of self-discovery is enhanced by Lee's spectacular talent. J.E.C. © AudioFile 2022, Portland, Maine [Published: MAY 2022]