Transcendent Kingdom
Narrated by Bahni Turpin
- Released
- September 1, 2020
- Length
- 8 hrs 40 mins
- Format
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Publisher
- Random House Audio
In Yaa Gyasi's poignant follow-up to Homegoing, Transcendent Kingdom explores the complexities of a Ghanaian family grappling with loss, addiction, and faith in Alabama. The story centers on Gifty, a sixth-year PhD candidate in neuroscience, who navigates her family's struggles, including her brother's overdose and her mother's depression, while seeking to understand their pain through science. As she delves into her academic work, Gifty also confronts her past and the evangelical upbringing that continues to influence her. This beautifully crafted novel delves into themes of grief, love, and the intersection of faith and science.
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