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The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie

4 reviews

democratwaifu's review against another edition

adventurous emotional funny informative inspiring reflective sad fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.25

A very fun way to bring a fraction of the Native American culture (more specifically the lives of Spokane Indians in reservations) closer to (young) people who are unaware of them and their lifestyle.
 
Despite the humorous storytelling, I couldn't help but feel incredibly sad about the fate of many Native Americans. 

SPOILER:

Especially when Arnold beat the team of Native Americans and was hit with the reality that they were doomed to fail from the very start despite the victorious course of the game season. It made my cry.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Death and Suicide

Moderate: Injury/Injury detail, Domestic abuse, Death of parent, Gun violence, Drug abuse, Drug use, Racism, Grief, Emotional abuse, and Racial slurs

Minor: Colonisation, Injury/Injury detail, Alcohol, Car accident, Vomit, Body shaming, Classism, Toxic friendship, Chronic illness, Physical abuse, Cultural appropriation, Addiction, Bullying, and Alcoholism

littki's review against another edition

emotional funny inspiring lighthearted reflective sad fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Colonisation, Addiction, Alcoholism, Death, Alcohol, and Racism

Moderate: Murder, Physical abuse, Bullying, Genocide, Racial slurs, Child abuse, Classism, Eating disorder, Fire/Fire injury, Violence, and Grief

Minor: Car accident, Vomit, Classism, Drug use, and Violence

taliatalksbooks's review against another edition

challenging emotional reflective fast-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? N/A

4.0

 The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by the one and only Sherman Alexie was a quick, one day read. When I picked this up, I didn’t expect to fly through it, but the comedic/casual tone for such serious topics really drew me in and propelled me forward. Though it’s not a long book, I think it handles really important and intricate topics through the lens’s of a child trying to better himself. Though some moments can be a little harsh, I think this is a great read for young adults, especially those who have limited to no knowledge about the issues that can plague life on native reservations, including poverty and addiction. Overall, I really enjoyed this read, and I think you will, too, despite the language being a bit dated. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Drug abuse, Alcoholism, Bullying, Drug use, Classism, Cultural appropriation, Alcohol, and Addiction

cakrolik's review against another edition

challenging emotional hopeful reflective sad fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Addiction, Alcohol, Alcoholism, Bullying, Colonisation, Death, Grief, Racism, and Xenophobia

Moderate: Car accident, Cultural appropriation, Cursing, Death, Drug abuse, Drug use, Medical trauma, Physical abuse, and Racial slurs