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mari1532's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
informative
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
I listened to this audiobook through my library.
Brief Summary: Perry Firekeeper-Birch is a laid-back teen with no summer plans. That is until she crashes her car and is required to work off her debt to her aunt. Luckily she can join a group of misfits for the summer program gaining experience and money. However, when her work experiences expose her to how the university system treats the remains of an ancestor, Perry's life is changed forever.
Thoughts: I read this book fairly early in the year, but I have absolutely no doubt that it is going to be in my top two books of the year. Boulley's writing is enthralling. I was hooked on every word in this story and did not want it to end.
Perry is also an excellent depiction of a teenager. At the beginning of the book, she thinks she knows what is important in life and no one can tell her any different. However, as she is exposed to other members of her community she begins to realize that there is room for the things she holds dear and expanding her horizons. I particularly enjoyed her relationship with Cooper Turtle. The development of their relationship and the lasting impact that he has on her as a mentor was a beautiful description of how important teachers can be to shaping the next generation.
The "Misfit Toys" were also a great group of characters and I enjoyed that even though the larger summer program saw them as outcasts our perspective showed them as the normal teenagers that they were because we are seeing things from Perry's perspective. Shense was my second favourite character in the book, not only because of her friendship with Perry but because of how loyal and honest she is throughout the story.
Although it was not my favourite part of the book, I did enjoy that Boulley also included the drama of teenage relationships against the far more complicated picture of the narrative. I truly enjoyed Perry's reaction to Lucas and Pauline and how that played out throughout the study. It was also interesting to see how Erik and Perry's story ended. I was captivated by the push and pull of them and I felt entirely satisfied by this portion of the subplot.
It was interesting how Boulley could weave so much information about the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). The way that it was woven into the story not only informed the reader of the law itself but also about how the bureaucracy of the university and federal system continue to disadvantage Indigenous groups.
I would highly recommend this book!!
Brief Summary: Perry Firekeeper-Birch is a laid-back teen with no summer plans. That is until she crashes her car and is required to work off her debt to her aunt. Luckily she can join a group of misfits for the summer program gaining experience and money. However, when her work experiences expose her to how the university system treats the remains of an ancestor, Perry's life is changed forever.
Thoughts: I read this book fairly early in the year, but I have absolutely no doubt that it is going to be in my top two books of the year. Boulley's writing is enthralling. I was hooked on every word in this story and did not want it to end.
Perry is also an excellent depiction of a teenager. At the beginning of the book, she thinks she knows what is important in life and no one can tell her any different. However, as she is exposed to other members of her community she begins to realize that there is room for the things she holds dear and expanding her horizons. I particularly enjoyed her relationship with Cooper Turtle. The development of their relationship and the lasting impact that he has on her as a mentor was a beautiful description of how important teachers can be to shaping the next generation.
The "Misfit Toys" were also a great group of characters and I enjoyed that even though the larger summer program saw them as outcasts our perspective showed them as the normal teenagers that they were because we are seeing things from Perry's perspective. Shense was my second favourite character in the book, not only because of her friendship with Perry but because of how loyal and honest she is throughout the story.
Although it was not my favourite part of the book, I did enjoy that Boulley also included the drama of teenage relationships against the far more complicated picture of the narrative. I truly enjoyed Perry's reaction to Lucas and Pauline and how that played out throughout the study. It was also interesting to see how Erik and Perry's story ended. I was captivated by the push and pull of them and I felt entirely satisfied by this portion of the subplot.
It was interesting how Boulley could weave so much information about the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). The way that it was woven into the story not only informed the reader of the law itself but also about how the bureaucracy of the university and federal system continue to disadvantage Indigenous groups.
I would highly recommend this book!!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Colonisation, Death, Emotional abuse, Gaslighting, Murder, Kidnapping, Racism, Toxic relationship, Genocide, Misogyny, Panic attacks/disorders, Injury/Injury detail, and Grief
Moderate: Pregnancy
Minor: Car accident and Sexual assault
michellewords's review
emotional
informative
inspiring
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
When I tell you I ran to find this book, I sprinted. How did I not know/hear about this book? The Firekeepers Daughter has been my favorite book since I picked it up. Of course I had to read Boulley's next book.
Warrior Girl Unearthed was my favorite kind of "sequel", where it's more a spin off from a secondary character- Perry Firekeeper-Birch. Perry is forced into this summer intern program after crashing her aunt's jeep. While interning she learns about a nearby college hoarding indigenous remains and absolutely charges into this new job in repatriating remains. When she finds some hidden remains that are supposed to be secret, Perry sets off on a quest/heist to get them back, but find herself in the middle of a serial killer's plot.
The characters in this book are absolutely a delight. Perry is so spicy and relatable. I loved seeing her grow and develop as a person. I enjoyed the way Boulley integrated such rounded characters and the way that their flaws progressed the story.
I don't know how she does it, but Boulley teaches me something new about indigenous culture and their struggles. The first book really highlighted the Missing Murdered Indigenous Women. This book highlighted the struggles of repatriating indigenous remains and funerary objects. It breaks my heart, Knowing how much they must fight for their living and dead ancestors.
Fantastic book and great for teen readers (a lot less adult content in this book than the last). Highly recommended for the heist and the education.
Warrior Girl Unearthed was my favorite kind of "sequel", where it's more a spin off from a secondary character- Perry Firekeeper-Birch. Perry is forced into this summer intern program after crashing her aunt's jeep. While interning she learns about a nearby college hoarding indigenous remains and absolutely charges into this new job in repatriating remains. When she finds some hidden remains that are supposed to be secret, Perry sets off on a quest/heist to get them back, but find herself in the middle of a serial killer's plot.
The characters in this book are absolutely a delight. Perry is so spicy and relatable. I loved seeing her grow and develop as a person. I enjoyed the way Boulley integrated such rounded characters and the way that their flaws progressed the story.
I don't know how she does it, but Boulley teaches me something new about indigenous culture and their struggles. The first book really highlighted the Missing Murdered Indigenous Women. This book highlighted the struggles of repatriating indigenous remains and funerary objects. It breaks my heart, Knowing how much they must fight for their living and dead ancestors.
Fantastic book and great for teen readers (a lot less adult content in this book than the last). Highly recommended for the heist and the education.
Content Warnings
Minor: Rape and Sexual assault
rachelann88's review
adventurous
challenging
dark
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
A bit of a slow start/rushed ending in my opinion but I liked the overall structure and really enjoyed reading another of Boulley's stories, this time with even more important information packed in!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Murder and Death
Minor: Blood, Colonisation, Sexual assault, Torture, Cultural appropriation, Stalking, Racism, Sexual violence, Child death, Adult/minor relationship, and Rape
laurevanaerschot's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Kidnapping
Moderate: Sexual assault, Sexual harassment, Sexual violence, Violence, and Racial slurs
leannanecdote's review
adventurous
challenging
emotional
informative
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence, Stalking, Misogyny, Grief, Adult/minor relationship, Pregnancy, Murder, Death, Death of parent, Cultural appropriation, Colonisation, Sexual harassment, Sexism, Kidnapping, and Abandonment
Minor: Rape and Sexual assault
beccabrune's review
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
informative
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder, Racism, Colonisation, and Kidnapping
Moderate: Sexual assault
editorsel's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
informative
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
angeline boulley is a gift with her words — so educational yet captivating and heart wrenching all at once. I love the way she develops flawed characters and allows them to grow and flourish within a book, and even across books. this book is a beautiful exploration of indigenous storytelling, history, wisdom, and resilience, and has just the right amount of suspense and mystery to keep you on the edge of your seat.
Content Warnings
Minor: Sexual assault and Death
carolined314's review
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Confinement and Colonisation
Moderate: Kidnapping, Racial slurs, Sexual assault, Racism, and Violence
batwinggoth's review
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cultural appropriation, Blood, Classism, and Colonisation
Moderate: Sexual violence, Death of parent, Pregnancy, Police brutality, Murder, Death, Abandonment, Sexual assault, Rape, Car accident, Grief, Mental illness, Racism, Child death, Gun violence, and Drug use
triley's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism, Child death, Death, Murder, and Colonisation
Moderate: Blood, Kidnapping, and Sexual assault