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Bad Cree by Jessica Johns

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adventurous dark funny informative mysterious reflective tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

Bad Cree is a story of loss, grief, family bonds, and culture. Literary fiction with a side of horror. 
Thank you to HarperCollins Canada for my gifted copy for review.
Mackenzie is a young Cree woman troubled by the dreams she's had since her sister Sabrina's death. Dreams in which she even brings back items when she wakes. Are these nightmares, communications with spirits, or a creature based in legend?
I love Jessica Johns' writing style. Bad Cree is smart, crisp, and atmospheric. The perfect fusion of characterization and tension.
The story is filled with cultural insight of growing up Indigenous - the challenges, but also tradition and kindred connection. 
This is a book to be experienced. I'll absolutely be keeping my eye out for future releases from this author.
Recommended!
For release on Jan. 10.

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