The Wind on Her Tongue, Anita Kopacz
The Wind on Her Tongue, Anita Kopacz
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The Wind on Her Tongue

Author: Anita Kopacz, Michael Bernard Beckwith

Series: Daughter of Three Waters Trilogy

Narrator: Michelle Kopacz

Unabridged: 9 hr 11 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 01/21/2025


Synopsis

In this lyrical and stirring companion to the “spellbinding” (Harper’s Bazaar) Shallow Waters, Oya—the Yoruban deity of the weather—is brought to life during 1870s America. Perfect for fans of Children of Blood and Bone and Black Sun.

Born in Cuba after her mother Yemaya’s adventures in the New World, Oya has inherited otherworldly powers from her Yoruba Orisha lineage. While Yemaya is known for her healing abilities, Oya’s influence over the storm proves to be destructive, posing a threat to her mother and the island’s safety.

Sent to New Orleans to study under Marie Laveau, the Queen of Voodoo, Oya begins a journey across the still young America, encountering a myriad of historical figures, including Mary Ellen Pleasant, Jesse James, Lew Hing, and more.

As Oya navigates the landscapes of racism, colorism, and classism, she grapples with her own identity and powers, striving to find her place in a fraught and complex society. A moving, vivid exploration of resilience, heritage, and the enduring spirit of a young woman coming into her own, The Wind on Her Tongue transports you to a world where magic and reality intertwine.

About Anita Kopacz

Anita Kopacz is an award-winning writer and spiritual advisor. She is the former editor in chief of Heart & Soul Magazine and managing editor of BeautyCents Magazine. When she is not writing, you can find her on the dance floor or traveling the world with her children. Anita lives in New York City with her family. She is the author of Shallow Waters and The Wind on Her Tongue.  


Reviews

Goodreads review by Dona's on January 12, 2025

Finished Reading Pre-Read notes I've read quite a bit about this author and I'm excited to be introduced to her work. The writing is lovely, sensory. I haven't read her prior, related book, called Shallow Water, but I'm not having any trouble with that so far. Final Review Collette tosses the rattle to......more

Goodreads review by Jessica on February 12, 2025

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for the arc. I enjoyed this, but not as much as the first one. The pacing was all over the place, it was very slow in the beginning and once they left New Orleans it was so fast. I've realized Anita Kopacz loves her abrupt and dramatic endings. I liked a lot......more

Goodreads review by Sara on December 29, 2024

Hmm, sadly not as good as the first book. Review to come! ⛈️ (FINAL REVIEW:) This is the upcoming sequel to Shallow Waters, but instead focuses on Yemaya’s eldest daughter, Oya. While there were elements that I liked, there others that either didn’t work for me or just felt rushed in their description......more

Goodreads review by Kathy on December 26, 2024

I loved it! Oya's beautiful story begins at her most grim moment but then she slowly flourishes among the helpful acquaintances she meets on her journeys. Her experiences are sometimes heartbreaking and sometimes exhilarating but always uplifting. The wise words spoken by her guides were very though......more