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A review by spinesinaline
7 Generations: A Plains Cree Saga by David A. Robertson
challenging
emotional
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
This book follows one Plains Cree family from the 1800s through to the present through a series of flashbacks, starting in the present with Edwin, a teenager who's recovering from a suicide attempt. His mother begins to share the story of his ancestors and how their experiences and trauma continue to impact their descendants today.
It's a beautiful depiction of family and grief in both artwork and story despite the heavy content, and Robertson does a great job bringing together all of this history. Pleased they combined the series into one book so you can read it all in one go. Would highly recommend this one for any age
It's a beautiful depiction of family and grief in both artwork and story despite the heavy content, and Robertson does a great job bringing together all of this history. Pleased they combined the series into one book so you can read it all in one go. Would highly recommend this one for any age
Graphic: Death, Grief, and Suicide attempt
Moderate: Child abuse, Child death, Physical abuse, and Self harm
Minor: Alcoholism