About This Book
Reach for this book when your teenager is grappling with questions about systemic injustice, the heavy weight of grief, or the feeling that their heritage is misunderstood by the wider world. Set in a Native American tribal school, this surreal murder mystery explores why young lives are being cut short and how the survivors find the strength to demand answers. It is an atmospheric choice for older teens who are ready to explore the intersection of cultural identity, spiritual tradition, and the harsh realities of institutional neglect. Parents will find this helpful for validating a teen's anger toward unfair systems while offering a path toward reclaiming one's personal power and ancestral voice. It is best suited for mature readers due to its intense themes of death and cultural trauma.
