KING OF ASHES

Narrator Adam Lazarre-White once again immerses listeners in a dark, complex world crafted by S.A. Cosby. This gripping story explores identity, justice, and long-buried family trauma. When Roman Carruthers returns to his hometown to care for his dying father and support his sister, he's drawn into rescuing his troubled brother. As past and present collide, the mystery of their mother's decades-old disappearance resurfaces. Lazarre-White masterfully voices a wide range of characters--male and female--capturing both external conflict and internal turmoil with emotional depth. His pacing and tone elevate Cosby's evocative prose, especially the vivid metaphors and raw dialogue. Listeners will be captivated by the layered storytelling, morally complex characters, and the powerful interpretation of a narrative steeped in pain, violence, and family loyalty. E.Q. © AudioFile 2025, Portland, Maine [Published: JUNE 2025]