Masquerade by O.O. Sangoyomi — Unabridged Audiobook
Masquerade by O.O. Sangoyomi is an unabridged audiobook following Òdòdó, a blacksmith abducted by a warrior king and drawn into court politics. Its Persephone-inspired premise centres on power struggles, shifting loyalties and political intrigue in a reimagined West African setting.
At a glance
- A myth-inspired story loosely based on Persephone.
- Òdòdó moves from life as a shunned blacksmith to the warrior king’s court, where power and political schemes shape her new position.
- The plot description emphasises rival states, hidden enemies and shifting loyalties.
Reference price: £15.43
Price checked: 12 Nov 2026
View offerAhead of Black FridayExplore the selectionPros and cons
Pros
- The unabridged format provides a substantial listening-length narrative.
- Ariel Blake is credited as narrator, so buyers can identify the listed voice before choosing the audiobook.
- Its mix of myth, court politics and character-led conflict offers several story strands beyond the central abduction.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Format | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Version | Unabridged |
| Listening length | 13 hours and 38 minutes |
| Language | English |
| Author | O.O. Sangoyomi |
|---|---|
| Narrator | Ariel Blake |
| Publisher | W. F. Howes Ltd |
| Publication date | 4 July 2024 |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners seeking an English-language, unabridged fantasy audiobook with political intrigue and a myth-inspired premise.
- Those interested in a protagonist navigating a sudden change in status and power within a royal court.
Less suited to
- Buyers who specifically want a short audiobook, as the listed listening length is over 13 hours.
- Listeners looking for a plot without court politics, power struggles or an abduction premise.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback highlights engaging content, a compelling plot, vivid characters and a surprising ending. Pacing is more divisive: one reported response appreciates room for character and world development, while overall feedback on pacing is mixed. For listeners considering this 13-hour-plus unabridged audiobook, that makes its character and world-building focus a potential draw, but the rhythm may not suit everyone.
Positive themes
- Feedback describes the content as engaging and the plot as compelling, with a surprising ending.
- Customers are reported to respond positively to the characters, with one noting that they feel vivid and real.
Mixed feedback
- Pacing receives mixed reactions. Some feedback values the space for character and world development, while other responses are less positive.
Frequently asked questions
Who wrote and narrates Masquerade?
The audiobook lists O.O. Sangoyomi as author and Ariel Blake as narrator.
How long is the audiobook?
The listed listening length is 13 hours and 38 minutes.
What is Masquerade about?
The description follows Òdòdó, a blacksmith abducted by a warrior king and brought into a court shaped by political schemes and rivalries. It is described as loosely based on the myth of Persephone.
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