MENA’S PLIGHT

by Moody L. Hammond

Narrated by: Ozzie Jacobs

Production by: Moody L. Hammond

Intense, Haunting

Mena enjoys her new life in Orlando with her roommate Weija, spending weekends line dancing at their favorite club, where she first met her older boyfriend, Madez. Though she tries to believe their relationship is solid, her disturbing dreams and the memories of his past violence leave her increasingly unsettled. As the nightmares intensify, she begins to understand that the danger tied to Madez’s world may be far closer than she’s willing to face. That truth erupts on a Sunday evening in Eatonville, when—just as she relaxes into Madez’s unusually tender attention—someone rushes up behind her and attacks before she can even turn around.

Author Moody L. Hammond delivers a gripping mystery thriller that fearlessly explores the harrowing realities of domestic violence, volatile men, and the dangerous power imbalance in older–man, younger–woman relationships. With sharp pacing and a tense, atmospheric style, he immerses the reader in a world ruled by a ruthless drug boss, where every decision pulls the characters deeper into danger. His cast is fully realized—complex, vulnerable, and painfully believable—intensifying the impact of their terrifying circumstances. The suspense is relentless, keeping you on the edge of your chair as the fear of attack, betrayal, and inescapable danger tightens around them. The dialogue captures Mena’s power struggles, fear, and inexperience, while her haunting nightmares add a compelling psychological layer to her entanglement.

Narrator Ozzie Jacobs delivers a captivating performance, expertly conveying the shifting levels of fear and intimidation that shape Mena’s world. Her tonal inflections, deliberate pauses, and steady cadence heighten the tension, amplifying every moment of dread Mena experiences. By giving each character a distinct presence and bringing every situation vividly to life, she sustains an unbroken thread of suspense throughout. Her immersive delivery keeps the listener fully engaged from start to finish.

Listening to this audiobook at bedtime was a mistake—its seamless blend of gripping storytelling and immersive narration stirred a haunting intensity that followed me straight into my dreams.

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Disclaimer: This Audiobook was provided free of charge by the author, narrator, and/or publisher in exchange for a non-biased, honest review.