Sugar Falls: A Residential School Story by David A. Robertson

Sugar Falls: A Residential School Story

David A. Robertson with Scott B. Henderson (Illustrator), Donovan Yaciuk (Illustrator)

48 pages first pub 2011 (editions)

fiction graphic novel historical race young adult reflective slow-paced

Description

From Governor-General's Award-winning writer David A. Robertson comes this special edition of the timeless graphic novel that introduced the world to the awe-inspiring resilience of Betty Ross, and shared her story of strength, family, and culture...

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Community Reviews Summary of 191 reviews

Moods

informative 70%
emotional 67%
sad 65%
dark 60%
challenging 50%
reflective 32%
tense 17%
hopeful 12%
inspiring 12%

Pace

fast 68%
medium 21%
slow 10%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 41% | A mix: 29% | Character: 29%

Strong character development?

Yes: 43% | It's complicated: 31% | No: 18% | N/A: 6%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 43% | N/A: 6%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 62% | It's complicated: 18% | N/A: 18%

Average rating

4.12

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