THE REVOLUTION OF MARINA M.

Yelena Shmulenson narrates the story of the Russian Revolution through the voice of a privileged young woman who awakens to the need for change. Shmulenson's portrayal of Marina M. embodies all the confidence of a youth who is struggling with questions, fear, and doubts that assail her as she tries to find her place in a brutal, rapidly changing world. Shmulenson gives distinctive voices to all the speakers, helping the attentive listener keep the large cast of characters straight. She handles the many Russian names with the aplomb of a native speaker. Overall, Fitch immerses Marina's story in accurate historical detail, and Shmulenson breathes life into it. N.E.M. © AudioFile 2017, Portland, Maine [Published: DECEMBER 2017]