Cover of Transcendent Kingdom

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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