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A review by paperbackportals
Firekeeper's Daughter by Angeline Boulley
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
I really liked the integration of Ojibwe traditions, beliefs, and stories as well as Anishinaabemowin. I learned a lot and liked how Daunis integrated her Ojibwe identity in all that she did. However, I did find the content of the plot difficult and often shocking, sometimes in what seemed for the purpose of shocking, as opposed to progressing the plot. There is also a lot of content warnings for the story, so please review them before reading.
Graphic: Drug abuse, Drug use, Gun violence, and Violence
Moderate: Death, Sexual assault, and Sexual violence
Minor: Racial slurs and Racism