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Black Out
- The Negus Series
- Narrated by: Sheryl Mebane
- Length: 3 hrs and 39 mins
- Categories: Literature & Fiction, African American
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- MyReviewsRTrue
- 10-01-20
A+
I have never read or listened to a book like this before. it was definitely a stretch for me . but I have to say that it was most definitely a good read, I am at awe. I would have to say that what made this book exceptional was the narrator; she did an awesome job with the accents and the voice changes. it really helped me to keep up with all of the many characters in this book. kudos to the author and Miss Sheryl Mebane.
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- Carl Wiliams jr
- 06-10-20
Great story
I dont usually leave reviews but this book earned it. Its a very interesting story and take on racism with a slight twist. This is a very well told story and of a insight how this are.
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- Robert
- 12-26-19
wow
this book was really good great narraration as well. the ending seemed slightly rushed though. but overall a good read.
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- Denise L. Phillips
- 04-24-19
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I loved this story. The concept was great. I would love to see this made into a movie. I read the whole book in one sitting. I couldnt walk away from it. Very good story!
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- Corey Johnson
- 03-27-19
Eye opening and heart throbbing
Eye opening this story has given a new meaning to racism and walking a mile in others shoes shows that you should be respecting those and understanding those of a different nationality one of the best storylines I've ever come across it kept me interested from the beginning to the end started out with a bang and ended with a kaboom
As far as the narrative i feel she could be a little more exciting at times instead of almost every character having the same oomph but overall she did a good job
I give the overall of the story and narrative a 7 out of 5
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- Tay
- 03-26-19
Loved it
interesting view on racism and what it would take for some people to see the other side of the spectrum. I'd like to read more. good story tho. I was well entertained
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- Rashiq
- 01-22-19
Great story
I found the story to be engaging and thought provoking. I've grown to being a fan of the series!
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