DOMINION

This engrossing drama of a Southern Black family uncovers the sins of Emanuel Winfrey--nicknamed Wonderboy--from the perspectives of the women who love him. Narrator Bahni Turpin delivers his mother's biting commentary with hilarious sarcasm. But, in reality, eternally loyal Priscilla would prefer to keep her son's secrets hidden. Diamond, portrayed by Angel Pean in a silky, sensual narration, is filled with love for the unreachable boy. The two women become literary and aural foils as they battle to keep Emanuel safe. Andre Giles's third-person interludes offer haunting glimpses of Emanuel's life of power and perversion. Holding it all together are Reverend Sabre's ironic sermons, delivered by Dion Graham. Listeners will wonder if Emanuel is beyond repentance. K.L.L. © AudioFile 2025, Portland, Maine [Published: DECEMBER 2025]