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 187 reviews

Moods

informative 69%
emotional 66%
sad 64%
dark 61%
challenging 51%
reflective 33%
tense 15%
hopeful 12%
inspiring 12%

Pace

fast 67%
medium 21%
slow 10%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 43% | Character: 31% | A mix: 25%

Strong character development?

Yes: 46% | It's complicated: 33% | No: 13% | N/A: 6%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 53% | Yes: 40% | N/A: 6%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 60% | It's complicated: 20% | N/A: 20%

Average rating

4.13

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