SISTER SNAKE

Narrator Zoë Chao takes listeners on a darkly humorous, violent fantasy ride. This fast-paced contemporary reimagining of Chinese mythology follows immortal sisters Su and Emerald, who were originally born as snakes. After a thousand years, they have drifted apart, with Su living a reserved married life in Singapore and Emerald living a wild life in New York City. Chao keeps listeners engaged with her wry delivery of satirical writing, including humorous chapter titles and characterizations of the sisters' starkly different personalities. Chao deftly handles the social commentary on race and gender while keeping listeners engaged as the sisters are confronted with pressure to conform. This unique blend of folklore and current events entertains on multiple levels. V.T.M. © AudioFile 2024, Portland, Maine [Published: NOVEMBER 2024]