The Wind on Her Tongue

Daughter of Three Waters Trilogy, Book 2

By: Anita Kopacz, Michael Bernard Beckwith - foreword

Narrated by: Michelle Kopacz

In this lyrical and “profound” (Dr. Resmaa Menakem, New York Times bestselling author) companion to the “spellbinding” (Harper’s Bazaar) Shallow Waters, Oya—the Yoruban deity of the weather—is brought to life during 1870s America.

Born in Cuba after her mother Yemaya’s adventures in the New World, Oya has inherited otherworldly powers from her Yoruba Orisha lineage. While Yemaya is known for her healing abilities, Oya’s influence over the storm proves to be destructive, posing a threat to her mother and the island’s safety.

Sent to New Orleans to study under Marie Laveau, the Queen of Voodoo, Oya begins a journey across the still young America, encountering a myriad of historical figures, including Mary Ellen Pleasant, Jesse James, Lew Hing, and more.

As Oya navigates the landscapes of racism, colorism, and classism, she grapples with her own identity and powers, striving to find her place in a fraught and complex society. A moving, vivid exploration of resilience, heritage, and the enduring spirit of a young woman coming into her own, The Wind on Her Tongue is “a magical story that you will keep close for a long time to come and listen to many, many times over” (Sherry Sidoti, author of A Smoke and a Song).

©2025 Anita Kopacz (P)2025 Simon & Schuster Audio

everyone should read this

i really enjoy fiction when it pulls in history, I think it resonates with me and makes the historical more memorable and poignant in my mind and soul. Thanks and kudos to the author, Anita Kopacz, for approaching difficult historical topics, and making them relatable to a wide demographic of Americans. This book is a treasure, and leads the reader through a myriad of emotions.

Great Read

Learned a lot about American history and how the treated Indian’s, Slaves, and Asian immigrants.

How much the story resonated in my spirit.

An amazing piece of work, written so well. The writing and the story pulled me in on every side and every angle. My soul needed that. Now I want to go read the other books.

A MOST READ

This was a most beautiful written book. I enjoyed every moment No I’m not letting you up there.

Another good 1

The 2nd book was just good as 1st book. These need to a movie..

Great Book.

I loved the descriptive details. I could see and feel what I was reading and it felt like I was watching a movie.

Climax

Ending of the story.. but great book overall!!!!!!!!!!!!! both books highly recommended. Check it out asap you will not be disappointed.

Elegant Story Telling

This story transports you to another time and place where you experience culture on a very spiritual level. I felt woven into the tapestry of Oya’s life and have a whole new respect for storms. It gives you the humanity of the Orisha making their divinity so relatable.

Powerful and life changing.

Beautifully written, I could close my eyes and see the scene described. So many important topics were discussed—some struggles we are still experiencing to this very day. I rode an emotional roller coaster through this book, but the acceptance and understanding I reached at the end of this powerful story have influenced my perspective of the world and the changes I want to make in my life. A must-read!