IBIS

M.L. Sanchez's narration immerses listeners in the eerie atmospheric world of a small coastal town in Trinidad, where an undocumented 11-year-old girl named Milagros is sheltering. Sanchez's ability to weave together the story's time-shifts keeps it fluid yet gripping. She captures the unease that ripples through the island via the many characters. Her delivery highlights the fishermen's fear, Milagros's innocence, and the determination of the journalist who gets involved. Sanchez's pacing enhances the story's supernatural elements, making the ghostly apparitions and folklore tangible. She also brings warmth to the novel's emotional core, particularly in moments of longing and loss. In a voice that is both haunting and deeply empathetic, Sanchez's performance makes this an evocative listening experience. M.R. © AudioFile 2025, Portland, Maine [Published: MARCH 2025]