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Big Library Read: The Storyteller’s Death

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Medford, OR (July 22, 2025) – Jackson County Library Services is excited to announce its participation in Big Library Read, the world’s largest digital book club. From July 17–31, library card holders in Jackson County can enjoy The Storyteller’s Death by Ann Dávila Cardinal as an ebook and audiobook for free through the Libby app. During this two-week program, readers around the globe can access the title without waitlists or holds and join the conversation online. The Storyteller’s Death follows Isla Larsen Sanchez, a young woman who discovers she has inherited a unique gift passed down through generations of women in her family: the ability to see the past stories of her ancestors replay before her eyes. What begins as an enchanting connection to her lineage becomes more urgent and dangerous when Isla witnesses a decades-old murder and realizes the stories won’t stop until she solves it. Set against the vivid backdrop of Puerto Rico, this novel explores themes of family, heritage, grief, and the power of storytelling.
 

The novel was named one of BuzzFeed’s 20 Highly Anticipated Thrillers of 2022 and appeared on numerous best-of lists including BookRiot, Goodreads, and more. It was also the winner of the International Latino Book Award Gold Medal.

Big Library Read has connected millions of readers since 2013, with programs held three times each year. Available through over 22,000 libraries worldwide, Big Library Read allows readers to borrow selected titles instantly and enjoy a shared reading experience. As the leading digital reading platform, OverDrive’s Libby app provides readers with convenient access to ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines on their favorite devices. “The Storyteller’s Death” is the 37th selection of this program.

Readers can access The Storyteller’s Death on all major computers and devices through Libby, including iPhone, iPad, and Android phones.