Island Beneath the Sea

A Novel

By: Isabel Allende

Narrated by: S. Epatha Merkerson

“Allende is a master storyteller at the peak of her powers.”
— Los Angeles Times

From the sugar plantations of Saint-Domingue to the lavish parlors of New Orleans at the turn of the 19th century, the latest novel from New York Times bestselling author Isabel Allende (Inés of My Soul, The House of the Spirits, Portrait in Sepia) tells the story of a mulatta woman, a slave and concubine, determined to take control of her own destiny.

totally absorbing

A wonderful story of the plight, courage, resolve, and in some cases the triumph of Haitian slaves prior to, during and after the Haitian revolution. If you enjoy Alice Walker and Toni Morrison, or liked "The Help" then you will love this novel. I am new to the author so this was a great discovery. I couldn't put it down.

Loved it!

Beautifully written, this is an emotional heart wrenching story of love, courage and triumph. I was hooked from the beginning and sad to finish it. That's the mark of excellence.

great story - horrible narration

Would you try another book from Isabel Allende and/or S. Epatha Merkerson?

the narrator almost succeeded in ruining this story - she reads as if she has just learned to pronounce so me of the big words and is so very proud of her accomplishment - no feeling - not emotion - just monotone reading. Her inflections make no sense and are totally misplaced

Would you be willing to try another one of S. Epatha Merkerson’s performances?

no - horrible narrator

Was Island Beneath the Sea worth the listening time?

because of the story - would have preferred reading this in print

Lively romantic read

Where does Island Beneath the Sea rank among all the audiobooks you???ve listened to so far?

This was an easy read or is that

What was your reaction to the ending? (No spoilers please!)

I was disappointed. the ending seemed rushed compared to other Allende tales.

An enchanting story of Haiti ,Cuba and NewOrleans

This story gives u a look into the enchanting history of creole trade routes and how creole culture shape News Orleans.