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The Book Of Negroes

Written by: Lawrence Hill
Narrated by: Khadijah Roberts-Abdullah
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From its first publication in 2007, Lawrence Hill's masterpiece, The Book of Negroes, has touched readers around the world with its unforgettable story. Now a six-part CBC mini-series starring Cuba Gooding Jr., Louis Gossett Jr., and Ben Chaplin, this beloved novel tells the story of Aminata, brilliantly played by Anajanue Ellis.

Abducted as an eleven-year-old from her village in Africa and enslaved in South Carolina, Aminata survives using midwifery skills learned at her mother’s side. When she has the chance to register her name in the “Book of Negroes,” a historic British military ledger, Aminata secures a spot on a ship sailing from Manhattan to Nova Scotia and eventually sails to Sierra Leone in a back-to-Africa odyssey inspired by historical events.

The winner of numerous awards, The Book of Negroes has become a classic novel of hope, love, despair and survival like none other.

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I read the book quite a few years ago definitely worth the listen again. the person reading brought a whole new life to a book I already enjoyed once

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This is my first Book on Audible I struggled to shut off. Loved it and listened to it 3 straight days just to finish ! Captivating , such a great story and reader .

Loved it

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I wish I had read this years ago. This story filled my heart and I would recommend it to absolutely everyone. The character of Aminata might not be real, but the events described are portrayed with such honesty and impeccable research that she might as well be. One of the most important works of fiction in educating yourself about black history. Don’t hesitate in letting yourself get swept away by this tour de force.

A Must Read for Literally Everyone

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Loves all parts of this book! A painful story that is so real and full of humans hurt against others.

Story That Needs to be Told

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The book captured my attention from the beginning to the end. The inconceivable journey that this girl made was made so believable through his words.
It was written perfectly, as Lawrence Hill put you in the place of the girl.
I've always liked Lawrence Hill's work and this piece of work just added another reason why I do

Amazing, A Must Read

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