Firekeeper's Daughter

 By Angeline Boulley

Young Adult Fiction

Reviewed by Charlize and Nyomi from the Miami Branch

    Angeline Boulley's debut novel is a gripping, relevant, and memorable young adult story.

    Daunis Fontaine has never felt like she fit into either of her worlds- the Ojibwe world or the wealthier, white side. Coping with the recent loss of her uncle, Daunis faces another blow when her best friend is shot dead by her addict boyfriend. Jamie, a newcomer to her hometown of Sault Sainte Marie, Michigan,  pulls Daunis into an intense FBI investigation of the murder and underground meth market.  To help solve this case, Daunis will have to combine both her worlds to save her community.

    Firekeeper's Daughter explores many different topics, including teachings about Indigenous lives and practices today.

    Though the themes were heavy, the book's hopefulness shines through. We thoroughly enjoyed it and would recommend it. Don't miss the brand-new companion book, Warrior Girl Unearthed.

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