Fresh Reads, Honest reviews, Educator-approved
Secrets can be as deadly as an explosion. Lucy must navigate the dangerous fallout of the foster care system while uncovering her stolen Ojibwe heritage. Alternating between a shadowy past and a high-stakes present, this gripping mystery exposes systemic failures and celebrates the resilience of the human spirit.
Dance is a bridge to the past and a key to the future. Ria Thundercloud shares her journey from a young powwow dancer to a professional artist. With stunning, kinetic illustrations, this book celebrates Indigenous traditions and the courage it takes to be yourself.
BIA archaeologist Syd Walker must navigate stolen remains and a missing teen while clashing with a powerful “Founders Society.” This gripping mystery pulls back the curtain on the real-world MMIW crisis and the ongoing battle for Indigenous sovereignty and sacred land. It’s a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of archaeology and social justice.
A haunting tale of a missing girl and the ancestral ghosts of the American South. It’s a somber, literary look at how historical trauma haunts the present which is perfect for fans of dark, folklore-driven mysteries.
M.S. RedCherries’ Mother is a 5-star multimorphic masterpiece that maps the emotional landscape of Indigenous identity and adoption. Through a “patchwork” of poetry and prose, it explores the deep-seated trauma of being separated from one’s tribe and the slow, courageous journey toward cultural reclamation. A vital resource for counselors and educators, this collection provides a hauntingly beautiful vocabulary for the complex search for belonging and home.