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A review by moserk
Warrior Girl Unearthed by Angeline Boulley
adventurous
emotional
informative
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? Yes
5.0
Again narrated by Sisseton Wahpeton Dakota actor Isabella Star LaBlanc, I urge you to consider this for an immersive read.
Boulley's use of Anishinaabemowin, both with side-by-side translational and without, makes the language as much of a character as Perry, Auntie Daunis, and Cooper Turtle. Hearing this brought to life by LaBlanc adds depth you simply can't get from the physical read alone.
It's not often I prefer a sequel to the original work, but I undoubtedly do here.
Boulley's use of Anishinaabemowin, both with side-by-side translational and without, makes the language as much of a character as Perry, Auntie Daunis, and Cooper Turtle. Hearing this brought to life by LaBlanc adds depth you simply can't get from the physical read alone.
It's not often I prefer a sequel to the original work, but I undoubtedly do here.
- Incredibly well-developed characters
- Thougtful structure
- Balanced dialogue/inner narrative
- Educational moments - the addendum of Cooper's List of Repatriation Resources might as well all be added to my TBR
- And most importantly, awareness brought to the historical (and continued) disregard and devaluation of Indigenous bodies and beliefs
l could continue singing the book's praises, but will just let you read it yourself.