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A review by jackie_beyondthebookends
Firekeeper's Daughter by Angeline Boulley
5.0
I have not read many books where the central characters are American Indian. This book takes place on the Michigan side of Sault Ste. Marie ( pronounced Sue not salt)- There is a bigger tribe on the Canadian side of Lake Superior. Daunis is going to have a fresh start in college when she witnesses a murder. She suddenly finds herself working as a CI for the FBI as they investigate a lethal form of meth slowly killing her people. Her knowledge of science as well as the Ojibwe traditional medicines makes her the perfect person to help.
While this is characterized as YA thriller, it has the depth and soul to appeal to any audience. I can see why this book has already been optioned for a Netflix Series. I really did not know very much about the Ojibwe culture before reading this book and the little bits about traditions and spirituality were fascinating. Each tidbit added more depth to the story and I could not put it down. I will read anything that Ms Boulley writes!
Thank you Macmillan Audio for my ALC of this book. The narration was wonderful and added to the story. I’ve already ordered my Physical copy.
While this is characterized as YA thriller, it has the depth and soul to appeal to any audience. I can see why this book has already been optioned for a Netflix Series. I really did not know very much about the Ojibwe culture before reading this book and the little bits about traditions and spirituality were fascinating. Each tidbit added more depth to the story and I could not put it down. I will read anything that Ms Boulley writes!
Thank you Macmillan Audio for my ALC of this book. The narration was wonderful and added to the story. I’ve already ordered my Physical copy.