SPEAK TO ME OF HOME

Combining her theatrical training, bilingualism, and Caribbean roots, Almarie Guerra is the ideal person to narrate this audiobook. The saga of a Puerto Rican and Irish American family stretches over three generations as they make their homes in San Juan, New York, and St. Louis. The story touches on the history, culture, and politics of the territory of Puerto Rico, making the point that Puerto Ricans are as American as any other Americans. Guerra's portrayals of the principal female characters bring the story alive. Her natural-sounding delivery captures the intimate voices and personal stories of a strong-willed grandmother, a mother who is willing to adapt to "fly-over country," and a daughter who is injured during a devastating hurricane. B.P. © AudioFile 2025, Portland, Maine [Published: AUGUST 2025]