RUNNING ON THE ROOF OF THE WORLD

Narrator Soneela Nankani provides just the right level of dramatic tension as the voice of Butterworth's young protagonist, Tash. In doing so, she propels this audiobook into a uniquely immersive experience. Living in Tibet and India, young Tash and her family are Buddhists who must keep in line with the occupying Chinese. Two words are forbidden: "Dalai Lama." Tash and her friend, Sam, must escape after a crackdown in her neighborhood that results in her parents being taken prisoner. Nankani's welcoming voice evokes the youth of these characters as they face real-world challenges. Middle grade listeners and high schoolers will be captivated. S.P.C. © AudioFile 2018, Portland, Maine [Published: JULY 2018]