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Author: Juhea Kim
Length: 11 hrs and 45 mins
Narrated by: Amy Landon
Categories: Literary Fiction, Women’s Fiction
Possibility of free listening: YES

Natalia Leonova was once the star of the ballet world, her leaps defying gravity from St. Petersburg to Paris. But in "City of Night Birds" by Juhea Kim, a devastating accident has left her grounded, seeking solace in vodka and pills as she returns to her Russian hometown. On a shimmering White Night in 2019, Natalia faces a choice that could change everything: step back onto the stage or walk away from the art that’s defined her life.

Haunted by her past, from a fractured family to the dancers who shaped her rise and fall, Natalia’s journey is as much about healing her heart as her body. Kim’s prose paints a vivid world of ruthless ambition and breathtaking beauty, where every pirouette hides a sacrifice. You’ll feel the ache of Natalia’s longing and the pull of a city that’s both home and a maze of memories, each step toward the spotlight fraught with risk.

Amy Landon’s narration brings this audiobook to life, her voice weaving the magic and pain of Natalia’s story with gripping clarity. "City of Night Birds" is a must-listen for anyone who loves a tale of redemption, art, and the courage to face what’s been lost. It’s a haunting, poetic dive into a dancer’s soul, leaving you wondering if she’ll soar again.

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Immerse yourself in the luminous world of City of Night Birds, a breathtaking novel by Juhea Kim. Follow a prima ballerina’s journey through the cutthroat Russian ballet scene, where ambition, love, and sacrifice dance in a delicate balance, set against the ethereal glow of St. Petersburg’s White Nights.

With the free trial period, you can delve into this 11-hour and 45-minute audiobook, brought to life by Amy Landon’s evocative narration. The subscription can be canceled anytime, and the mobile app lets you carry this poignant story anywhere, transforming quiet moments into a vivid exploration of art and heart.

If you ever choose to end your subscription, the audiobook remains yours to revisit the dancer’s triumphs and struggles. A link to the guide to cancellation process is on the bottom of this page. For now, let City of Night Birds sweep you into a world of grace, grit, and redemption.