Hurricane Song, Paul Volponi
Hurricane Song, Paul Volponi
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Hurricane Song
A Novel of New Orleans

Author: Paul Volponi

Narrator: Jacob C. Norman

Unabridged: 2 hr 7 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download (DRM Protected)

Published: 03/20/2009

Synopsis

Miles has only been living with his musician father in New Orleans for two months when Hurricane Katrina hits – and they haven’t really been getting along. His dad lives for jazz, while Miles’ first love is football. But father and son must set aside their differences when they seek refuge in the crowded Superdome. What begins as a safe haven from the storm soon turns into a nightmare as the power fails and gangs of thugs compete for turf. When his father decides to rebel, Miles must make a choice that will alter their relationship – and both of their lives – forever. From award-winning author Paul Volponi comes this tale of how low humanity can sink in desperate times and how loudly hope can sing against the howl of tragedy. “Volponi’s excellent novel has it all: authentic characters, a thought-provoking plot, and heartbreaking drama.” – Publishers Weekly, starred review on Black and White

About Paul Volponi

Paul Volponi is a writer, journalist, and teacher living in New York City. Mr. Volponi is also the author of Black and White, Rooftop, and Rucker Park Setup. He holds an MA in American Literature from the City College of New York and a BA in English from Baruch. Visit him at www.paulvolponibooks.com.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Bant on December 11, 2008

I can say this was a bad book. It had me quite intrigued. But Volponi's writing is bad. Really bad. He's out of touch 15 years ago. Kids just don't think, talk, or act like this. Still, his story had a lot to like. The action and devastation surrounding the Katrina survivors felt real and horrifying......more

Goodreads review by Charles on September 21, 2016

This is a young adult book and I'm far past the age it is recommended for, but I enjoyed it and found it a fast read. I lived in the New Orleans area when Hurricane Katrina hit, but we were able to get out before the storm and did not directly experience any of the horror in the city, except via TV.......more

Goodreads review by Becky on July 08, 2008

Volponi, Paul. 2008. Hurricane Song: A Novel of New Orleans. "Miles has only been living with his musician father in New Orleans for two months when Hurricane Katrina hits--and they haven't really been getting along. His dad lives for jazz, while Miles's first love is football. But father and son mus......more

Goodreads review by Chloe on January 30, 2020

Miles is a high school student who doesn't have the best relationship with his father who he just moved to live with. His father is really into jazz music, while Miles is a football fanatic. Their differences are a constant battle through out the entire book though, a hurricane gets in the way. Hurr......more

Goodreads review by Kirsten on April 22, 2019

This book had a heart felt story behind it and the realness of what happened during hurricane Katrina. Miles a young boy who loves football decides to move in with his father Doc, after his mom remarries. Doc pays a lot of attention to his music career in jazz playing the trumpet, and this gives Mil......more

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