Title: Consumed in Capital City
Author: N.G. Avant
Voice Actors: Sasha Monegro
Genre: Contemporary Fiction, Women’s Fiction, MeToo Movement
Book Blurb:
In January 2010, Calista Caldwell, a fresh journalism graduate, arrives in Capital City. She secures what appears to be an ideal position as a political aide to the seasoned municipal councillor, Ralph Mastronzo.
While Cal grows fond of the community, she grapples with the realities of being a young woman in a male-dominated political arena. Can her dedication to serving the community compensate for the strain on her well-being and personal life?
Join her through a taxing municipal election year that pushes her to her absolute limits.
DISCLAIMER - This novel contains sensitive content related to sexual assault and strong language.
My Review:
Story Impressions –
Will Calista learn to wade through the sexism that is pervasive throughout Capital City politics, or will she cave under the pressure? Before the MeToo Movement, Consumed in Capital City is an eye-opening account of one woman’s journey from journalist graduate to political assistant on the staff of a municipal councillor. Yes, this is a fictional story, but it’s rooted in truth. Ask any woman who enters the political arena, and she will tell you a story like our heroine, Calista. I couldn’t stop listening to Consumed in Capital City and it’s one I recommend every person to read.
Narrator’s overall voice –Sasha Monegro narrates this story with emotion and tension. Her voice is engaging yet doesn’t undermine from the overall story.
Does the narrator fit the characters?Yes, the narrator uses her voice like an instrument, differing it to fit the characters.
Narrator’s reading style –There’s an broadmindedness to Sasha Monegro style which makes listening to her a pleasure.
Narrator’s impact on reading experience –Sasha Monegro brings the characters to life. Readers can enjoy listening to her and ponder this immersive political fiction.
Narrator’s pacing –The pacing is constant and doesn’t diminish the reader’s attention.
Audiobook flow –The audiobook flows well.
What makes this audiobook unique –What I found so unique about this audiobook was the way the narrator expresses emotion and tension throughout the story.
Would I recommend this audiobook –Yes, I would recommend it to any reader/listener. You’ll be entertained for hours.
My Rating: 5+ stars
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Author Biography:
Raised in a quaint lakeside town in southern Ontario, N.G. Avant moved to Ottawa, Ontario as a young adult to realize her childhood dream of residing in Canada’s capital, which was built on the traditional un-ceded, un-surrendered territory of the Anishinaabe Algonquin People. She has a post-secondary education in journalism and worked in municipal politics for more than five years, an experience that sparked the inspiration for her series.
Avant always felt like a misfit among misfits. Diagnosed with dyslexia at a young age, she didn’t realize she was neuro-divergent until her 30s. Now, she embraces the many gifts it brings, including her quirky personality.
Avant is a proud intersectional feminist with English, Scottish, and Mexican heritage, she understands the importance of embracing diverse identities and experiences. She believes that we are all connected by our humanity and the human experience.
Avant, is a millennial single mother to three wonderful daughters, has a love of animals, a passion for trusting her intuition, and supporting the creation of a more equitable world where everyone has an opportunity to thrive. Avant seeks to highlight the experiences of marginalized communities through her writing. While some progress has been made, there is still more work to be done.
It’s time for change.
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Reviewed by: Nancy