SISTERS OF FORTUNE

Three distinctive voices portray the Cohen sisters, who reside in a Syrian Jewish community in Brooklyn. As the novel opens, middle sister Fortune is preparing to marry and fulfill her family's traditional expectations. Gilli Messer maintains a restrained, compliant tone that suits her character's personality. Olga Namer depicts the tough eldest sister, Nina, who is unmarried--much to her family's chagrin. Her voice has an edge that stands in stark contrast to Fortune's. Youngest sister Lucy is brimming with energy, thanks to Gail Shalan's strong performance, which captures the high schooler's energetic wit. While phrasing can be choppy, all the narrators skillfully deliver accents and make the wide array of characters credible. L.B.F. © AudioFile 2025, Portland, Maine [Published: DECEMBER 2025]