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A review by designwise
Sarah by J.T. LeRoy
5.0
Reading a printed book and listening to an audio book are two vastly different experiences. In the audio version, the narrator is just as important as the author in bringing a story to life. Winsome Brown effectively personifies a multitude of different characters in her narration of JT Leroy's Sarah. Set in the truckstops of Virginia, as a first-person narrative, mastering the Appalachian accent of the principal character is essential, and Ms. Brown embodies him so well. Switching between several identities, she doesn't miss a beat.
The novel itself is a gritty masterpiece of sexual exploitation mixed with southern folklore, violence, drugs, alcohol, prostitution, and magic. It's a surreal journey into the depths of depravity, not an easy read. Laura Albert's writing coupled with Winsome Brown's performance, results in an unforgettable experience for the listener. I love them all, JT and the "lot lizards," Laura, and Winsome.
The novel itself is a gritty masterpiece of sexual exploitation mixed with southern folklore, violence, drugs, alcohol, prostitution, and magic. It's a surreal journey into the depths of depravity, not an easy read. Laura Albert's writing coupled with Winsome Brown's performance, results in an unforgettable experience for the listener. I love them all, JT and the "lot lizards," Laura, and Winsome.