THE WHITE HOT

Hudes's audiobook is a uniquely compelling experience. April Soto lives in a multigenerational home in Philadelphia. A teen mom, April is raising her daughter, Noelle, when "white-hot" rage takes over, and she walks away. The story is written entirely as a letter from April to Noelle, which Noelle is reading 10 years later. Daphne Rubin-Vega's narration is exceptional. The letter is raw, heartbreaking, and brutally honest. Rubin-Vega's tone and pacing perfectly match the ebb and flow of April's emotional journey. Listeners won't always like April or understand her choices but will be moved by the bravery she shows in sharing her story. K.S.M. © AudioFile 2025, Portland, Maine [Published: DECEMBER 2025]