First published 2012
When a brutal assault on his mother shatters his family's life, a young Ojibwe man must navigate a maze of tribal, federal, and personal alliances to uncover the truth and find justice. Plunged into a web of secrets and betrayals, he must risk everything to protect his loved ones and reckon with a legacy of violence that spans generations. Erdrich's powerful storytelling immerses readers in the complex realities of modern Native American life, where grief, love, and a deep respect for tradition collide.
Genres: literary-fiction, mystery, native-american, family-drama
Vibes: intimate, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family, revenge
Setting: North Dakota
323 pages · Hardcover · HarperCollins
Content warnings: violence