Beneath the Mango Trees is a beautiful coming-of-age novel that transports readers to a small coastal village in Jamaica, where young Marley James lives under the warmth of her family's heritage and the wisdom of her beloved grandmother, Nana Liz. Every day, under the sprawling branches of an ancient mango tree, Marley hears tales of her family's past, deepening her connection to the land and culture that shaped them.

When Marley is invited to spend the summer in bustling Kingston, her world widens in ways she never expected. City life offers excitement, new friends, and the thrill of opportunity—but Marley also feels a tug to return to her roots. Torn between the dreams she finds in Kingston and the home that calls her back, Marley discovers her true calling as a storyteller, dedicated to preserving her village’s unique culture in the face of a changing world.

Richly woven with themes of family, heritage, and resilience, Beneath the Mango Trees is a heartfelt story about finding one's voice and holding onto what truly matters. Perfect for fans of multicultural fiction, this novel celebrates the power of community, the beauty of tradition, and the courage it takes to build one’s own path.

Perfect for listeners who enjoy:

• Diverse, multicultural stories
• Coming-of-age tales
• Strong female protagonists
• Stories about family, tradition, and identity

Join Marley on her journey from the sun-drenched beaches of her village to the vibrant streets of Kingston as she discovers the power of her heritage and the strength to create her own story.