WINNIE NASH IS NOT YOUR SUNSHINE

Listeners will find an honest coming-of-age story in this vivid performance by Krysta Gonzales. Twelve-year-old Winnie is staying at her grandmother's in New York City for the summer. She has always known she's a lesbian, but she still hides it from her family, and that makes her plans to attend Pride celebrations a lot harder. Gonzales's performance is focused heavily on Winnie as she struggles to come out and connect with her family. Gonzales captures her somewhat jaded voice as she makes sarcastic, entertaining comments about her boring summer plans--other than Pride. Listening to Gonzales jump between usually annoyed Winnie and her sunny, upbeat neighborhood friends is amusing. Gonzales makes Winnie's moments of clarity and joy satisfying for listeners. G.M. © AudioFile 2024, Portland, Maine [Published: MAY 2024]