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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
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Kidnapping, Colonisation, Death, Grief, Murder, Pregnancy, Sexism, Violence, Abandonment, Adult/minor relationship, Sexual harassment, Stalking, Cultural appropriation, Death of parent, and Misogyny
Minor: Rape and Sexual assault
sometimesalyreadsbooks's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
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? Yes
4.5
If you know me, you know that Firekeeper's Daughter is one of my favorite reads from last year and I recommend it to almost everyone if they listen long enough. This was a great "somewhat sequel" to the original Boulley book!
Daunis is still around and she's in love, but not out of trouble completely and Perry, her niece is a whirlwind out of control with a passionate heart. I felt like this book felt more realistic in the way it was told through a teen's eyes, the relationships she's navigating, the culture she's proud of, the choices she has to make.
I learned so much about NAGPRA or the process of reparation of Indigenous items and remains. I knew it was bad, but not THAT bad, and how it serves to alienate, fetishize and further colonize Indigenous people and their history. There was also a list of further reading in the back for those who want to learn more or get involved in improving the process.
Boulley also talks about MMIW (missing and murdered Indigenous women) and people, and discusses why Indigenous people are so targeted, including fetishization and easy to evade laws.
Many reviewers complain about the amount of Ojibwe in this book without translations, but that's just it, this book is not FOR you to have your hand held, but to dive in and learn from context. It only took me a moment to Google a phrase if I struggled.
One of my favorite things about Boulley's books are her tactful way of handling tough subjects and providing education, or cultural context without it being difficult to read. She explains things in a way that are inviting, and inclusive, and I find myself going down a rabbit hole of research.
All in all, I give this read 4.5 stars! I found myself enthralled from page one, did not see the twists and turns coming, and felt like I was amongst the people in this book, from their losses to their celebrations. You can enjoy books with other languages and cultures, you can read diverse reads and still relate, even if you aren't the target audience or who the book was written for!
Daunis is still around and she's in love, but not out of trouble completely and Perry, her niece is a whirlwind out of control with a passionate heart. I felt like this book felt more realistic in the way it was told through a teen's eyes, the relationships she's navigating, the culture she's proud of, the choices she has to make.
I learned so much about NAGPRA or the process of reparation of Indigenous items and remains. I knew it was bad, but not THAT bad, and how it serves to alienate, fetishize and further colonize Indigenous people and their history. There was also a list of further reading in the back for those who want to learn more or get involved in improving the process.
Boulley also talks about MMIW (missing and murdered Indigenous women) and people, and discusses why Indigenous people are so targeted, including fetishization and easy to evade laws.
Many reviewers complain about the amount of Ojibwe in this book without translations, but that's just it, this book is not FOR you to have your hand held, but to dive in and learn from context. It only took me a moment to Google a phrase if I struggled.
One of my favorite things about Boulley's books are her tactful way of handling tough subjects and providing education, or cultural context without it being difficult to read. She explains things in a way that are inviting, and inclusive, and I find myself going down a rabbit hole of research.
All in all, I give this read 4.5 stars! I found myself enthralled from page one, did not see the twists and turns coming, and felt like I was amongst the people in this book, from their losses to their celebrations. You can enjoy books with other languages and cultures, you can read diverse reads and still relate, even if you aren't the target audience or who the book was written for!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Kidnapping
Moderate: Violence
Minor: Alcoholism
sophiestasyna's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
informative
mysterious
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
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence
Moderate: Kidnapping
Minor: Sexual violence
kermittuesday's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
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
4.75
I liked the first one slightly better but this one was superb as well.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Kidnapping
Moderate: Colonisation, Grief, and Racism
Minor: Rape and Death of parent
Desecration of graveslonicera_fragrantissima's review against another edition
dark
emotional
informative
inspiring
mysterious
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
5.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cultural appropriation, Colonisation, Kidnapping, and Murder
Minor: Rape, Child death, Vomit, Racism, and Forced institutionalization
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
mysterymom40's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
informative
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gaslighting and Colonisation
Moderate: Kidnapping, Mental illness, Rape, and Violence
Minor: Car accident
Due to some of the content, audience could be older teens to adultssarahec's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Kidnapping
Minor: 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
alinas_library's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
informative
mysterious
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.5
What a great book! It has the perfect mixture between fiction, real life events and mystery. It takes a while for the suspense to build, which was necessary for the reader to really understand and learn about cultural and historical backgrounds and the emotions behind what’s happening. I learned a lot about Native American culture from this book and it has a great way of portraying different sentiments. I was very angry, sad and frustrated about the many injustices the communities had and still have to endure. The characters are all very lovely and full of life.
This book will be one of my highlights of 2024 for sure!
This book will be one of my highlights of 2024 for sure!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Kidnapping, Cultural appropriation, and Hate crime
Moderate: Rape and Murder
Minor: Injury/Injury detail