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Trinidad Noir

Akashic Books: Noir

by Lisa Allen-Agostini, Elizabeth Nunez, Robert Antoni, Anthony Vahni Capildeo, Tiphanie Yanique, Bahni Turpin, Kevin Free, Ron Butler, Robin Miles, Lisa Allen-Agostini, Jeanne Mason - editor

Narrated by Bahni Turpin, Kevin Free, Ron Butler, Robin Miles, Lisa Allen-Agostini

3.48 ABR Score (10 ratings)
★ 4 Goodreads (1) ★ 4.78 Audible (9)
10h 58m Released 2019 Literature & Fiction

Why Listen?

Multiple narrators bring Trinidad's underworld to vivid life, each voice perfectly matched to its story's moral ambiguity and island rhythms. This collection hits harder as audio than on the page.

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About This Audiobook

Dark currents flow beneath the sun-soaked streets of Port of Spain as this collection of original crime stories unveils the shadowy underbelly of Trinidad. From the bustling markets of downtown to the exclusive hills of St. Clair, each tale exposes the corruption, passion, and desperation that simmer within the Caribbean's most vibrant island. A diverse ensemble of acclaimed Caribbean authors crafts narratives that weave together local folklore, political intrigue, and intimate betrayals, revealing how paradise can harbor the most dangerous secrets.

The multi-narrator approach transforms each story into a distinct theatrical experience, with voices that authentically capture Trinidad's rich linguistic landscape. Bahni Turpin's commanding delivery anchors the collection, while Kevin Free, Ron Butler, Robin Miles, and Lisa Allen-Agostini each bring their unique interpretations to different tales. The narrators skillfully navigate the island's distinctive patois and cultural rhythms, creating an immersive soundscape that transports listeners directly into Trinidad's steamy, tension-filled atmosphere. Their varied pacing and tonal shifts mirror the anthology's range from slow-burning psychological thrillers to explosive moments of violence.