SELF CARE

Narrators Kristen DiMercurio, Karissa Vacker, and Nicole Lewis work together to create three very different millennial feminists trying to make a difference. The narrators help listeners differentiate superficial Maren, ambitious Devin, and quiet Khadija. While launching their female-centric wellness start-up, they find themselves covering for one another's mistakes. DiMercurio plays up the frenetic energy behind Maren's obsession with social media through rapidly delivered narrative and dialogue. Vacker creates a thoughtful persona for Devin by using pauses and a slower pace. Lewis highlights Khadija's cautious inclinations with subdued tones and a steady pace. Listeners looking for a contemporary novel with references to current events will enjoy this experience. M.R. © AudioFile 2020, Portland, Maine [Published: SEPTEMBER 2020]