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The Wind on Her Tongue

Daughter of Three Waters Trilogy, Book 2

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The Wind on Her Tongue

By: Anita Kopacz, Michael Bernard Beckwith - foreword
Narrated by: Michelle Kopacz
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In this lyrical and stirring companion to the “spellbinding” (Harper’s Bazaar) Shallow Waters, Oya—the Yoruban deity of the weather—is brought to life during 1870s America. Perfect for fans of Children of Blood and Bone and Black Sun.

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 transports you to a world where magic and reality intertwine.

©2025 Anita Kopacz (P)2025 Simon & Schuster Audio
African American Fairy Tales Fantasy Genre Fiction Historical Magical Realism Island
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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.

Elegant Story Telling

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

Great Read

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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.

everyone should read this

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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.

How much the story resonated in my spirit.

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

Another good 1

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

Great Book.

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

Climax

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