Staff Review: Halfbreed

Title/Author: Halfbreed - Maria Campbell

Genre(s): Biographies, Indigenous History, Women’s Stories

A captivating memoir of a powerhouse of a woman. Maria Campbell is a Métis scholar and an Order of Canada Award recipient- a household name, mentor, and inspiration to many Métis households and communities. Halfbreed discusses her experiences growing up and being Métis in Canada- exploring poverty, addiction, racism, and oppression. Originally published in 1973, Halfbreed is a key book in shaping Indigenous writing today.

Reviewed by: Isabel

Staff Review: Son of a Trickster

Title/Author: Son of a Trickster – Eden Robinson

Genre(s): Literary Fiction, Magical Realism, Indigenous, LGBTQ+

Blending the modern realities of being a teenager growing up in the BC Interior with the mysteries of Haisla legend and spirituality, Son of a Trickster follows the daily struggles of 16 year old Jared Martin as he tries hard to excel in school, while making a name for himself locally as the best baker of pot-cookies, all while having random conversations with corvids, whales and creatures that come out of a hole in his bedroom.

Reviewed by: Ben

Staff Review: Moon of the Crusted Snow

Title/Author: Moon of the Crusted Snow - Waubgeshig Rice

Genre(s): Literary Fiction, Indigenous Fiction, Dystopian

Rice's latest book offers a conveniently topical examination of how societies respond when the power goes out forever! This intense and mystifying story will leave you on the edge of your seat and completely enraptured in this loving community's thrilling tale. About more than just the fall of modern society, this is about love, family, and connection in a community. This book will leave you questioning just how sustainable our current way of life is.

Reviewed by: Shelby