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4.4 AVERAGE
4.4 AVERAGE
emotional
mysterious
tense
This is the first book I have read by this author as it is, I believe, her debut novel. It will most certainly not be the last (that I read and, thankfully, that she will write) and I have already added her upcoming Warrior Girl Unearthed to my To Read pile. Her style was grippingly irresistible to say the least. I tore through the audiobook, picking it up at every single chance I got. While there is some very difficult subject matter tackled (drug addiction, murder, rape, racism, discrimination, colonialism, poverty... and that merely scratches the surface), I found the feeling that stayed with me long after the last words had been read was one of hope and inspiration. The main character, Daunis, is so unbelievably strong - I rooted for her from page one - , the "villains" are complex and the twists are satisfyingly shocking. If you're looking for an own-voices mystery/thriller that stands apart from the pack and you don't mind some uncomfortable soul-searching that results from spending so much time entrenched in the lived-realities of many indigenous individuals in North America, you won't regret picking this one up.
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
I think there was a lot of power in this story. I really liked Daunis, she was a strong, smart, and wise lead character, and I liked the community she had supporting her and how she supported them.
emotional
informative
inspiring
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
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Audiobook
I listened to the Audible version of this book. I was so enthralled that I listened for 10.5 hours in one day. I neglected most of my chores and kept the audio with me doing everything I couldn't neglect. Isabella Star LeBlanc did a super great job of reading even putting in what sounded to me like UP accents. ( I live in Alabama, so my experience is limited.)
The main character, Daunis, is so likeable, so talented, smart, and brave that I felt bonded to her. This was like reading a modern Nancy Drew novel with romance and lots of drama. The plot twists and turns were good. Some were totally unexpected. I loved that. Very serious problems are the main plot points. It's a YA thriller that may appeal more to women.
The main character, Daunis, is so likeable, so talented, smart, and brave that I felt bonded to her. This was like reading a modern Nancy Drew novel with romance and lots of drama. The plot twists and turns were good. Some were totally unexpected. I loved that. Very serious problems are the main plot points. It's a YA thriller that may appeal more to women.
adventurous
challenging
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Content Warnings
Graphic: Drug abuse, Drug use, Gun violence, Racial slurs, Racism, Sexual assault, Car accident, Sexual harassment
adventurous
dark
informative
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:
Complicated
I loved this book so much. Beautifully written and an engrossing story. I’m glad I listened to it so I could hear the language. Best book I’ve read this year.