The Strange Wonders of Roots Audiobook by Evan Griffith
The Strange Wonders of Roots is an unabridged audiobook by Evan Griffith about Holly, a girl who becomes involved in a small Vermont town’s effort to protect a grove from redevelopment. Its conflict over belonging, community and the environment may suit listeners looking for a contemporary children’s story.
At a glance
- Follows Holly as she adjusts to a Vermont town and joins a dispute over preserving its grove of trees.
- The story centers on belonging, friendship and protecting a local place from a proposed visitor center and museum.
- Narrated by Jennifer Jill Araya in an unabridged audiobook version.
Pros and cons
Pros
- The town conflict gives the story a clear environmental and community-focused thread.
- An unabridged format preserves the full story rather than presenting an abridged version.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Author | Evan Griffith |
|---|---|
| Narrator | Jennifer Jill Araya |
| Listening length | 7 hours and 29 minutes |
| Version | Unabridged |
| Program type | Audiobook |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Quill Tree Books |
| Publication date | May 28, 2024 |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners seeking a children’s story about friendship, belonging and environmental advocacy.
- Fans of contemporary stories set in small towns and focused on community disputes.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Frequently asked questions
What is The Strange Wonders of Roots about?
Holly visits her uncle in Arden, Vermont, and becomes involved in a town dispute over whether trees should be removed for a visitor center and museum.
Who narrates the audiobook?
The listed narrator is Jennifer Jill Araya.
Is this version abridged?
The listing identifies it as unabridged.
How long is the audiobook?
The listed listening length is 7 hours and 29 minutes.
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