THE LAST CUENTISTA

Frankie Corzo narrates this sci-fi thriller with the perfect combination of gusto and tenderness. Petra's family is supposed to be crossing the universe, headed toward a new life on Sagan. But when she awakens alone after 380 years in stasis, she finds that a frightening group of fanatics has taken over the ship and destroyed all memories of Earth--except hers. Petra is a natural storyteller trained by her abuelita. Corzo creates such a compelling tone as Petra weaves her cuentos (stories) for the other children on the ship that listeners will understand how their power is enough to break through total brainwashing. Corzo keeps the story humming as Petra fights to save humanity from the fate of complete conformity and delights in the wonders of Sagan. N.M. © AudioFile 2021, Portland, Maine [Published: NOVEMBER 2021]