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    Moon of the Crusted Snow
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    Moon of the Crusted Snow - Moon by Waubgeshig Rice
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    "Moon of the Crusted Snow" by Waubgeshig Rice is a post-apocalyptic novel set in a remote Anishinaabe community in northern Ontario. The story follows Evan Whitesky and his family as they navigate the sudden loss of electricity, cell phone service, and contact with the outside world. As the community faces a harsh winter and the arrival of white strangers, tensions rise, survival becomes uncertain, and the characters must confront the challenges of the new world they find themselves in. The writing style is described as spare yet effective, with a focus on building tension and creating a sense of foreboding that keeps readers engaged.

    A crack echoed through the boreal landscape, a momentary chaos in the still afternoon air. In the near distance, a large bull moose fell to its side. Evan Whitesky stood and looped his rifle around hi...

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    Firekeeper's Daughter - Sugar Island by Angeline Boulley
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    Firekeeper's Daughter by Angeline Boulley is a compelling coming-of-age mystery novel that delves into the life of Daunis Fontaine, a young woman navigating her Native American heritage and the complexities of her community. Through Daunis' journey, readers are exposed to themes of identity, family relationships, grief, discrimination, and the cultural richness of the Ojibwe tribe. The story intricately weaves together elements of mystery, Indigenous culture, and societal issues, offering a poignant exploration of tradition, resilience, and self-discovery.

    I start my day before sunrise, throwing on running clothes and laying a pinch of semaa at the eastern base of a tree, where sunlight will touch the tobacco first. Prayers begin with offering semaa and...

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