A powerfully illustrated graphic novel for teens about the subject of missing and murdered Indigenous people

La description

Combining graphic fiction and non-fiction, this young adult graphic novel serves as a window into the unique dangers of being a girl from a racialized minority background. The text of the book is derived from excerpts of a viral letter written to the police by a fourteen-year-old Indigenous girl urging them to “do better” when investigating missing persons. An author’s note at the end of the book puts this human rights issue into an international context.

Récompenses

  • Commended, Starred Selection - Best Books for Kids & Teens - Canadian Children's Book Centre 2020
  • Nominated, Forest of Reading - Red Maple Award 2020
  • Short-listed, First Nation Communities READ Award 2020
  • Winner, Indigenous Voices Awards: Published Graphic Novels, Comics, and Illustrated Books in any Language 2021

Reviews

"Jonnie’s words hold a gravity and maturity to them well beyond her years. "

- Region of Waterloo Library

"This is a must-read for audiences to appreciate the Indigenous community in Canada. "

- Holr Magazine

"The haunting plea of a young Indigenous woman endures long after the cover is closed. "

- Region of Waterloo Library

"It’s a powerful text — one that should be read, and discussed, in every social studies classroom. "

- Montreal Gazette

"This short graphic novel drives home a powerful message with its poetic prose. "

- CM: Canadian Review of Materials

"Jonnie’s words are accompanied by intensely emotional illustrations. "

- Booklist Online

"A beautiful, haunting, and accurate account of a brave teenager who sought justice for her people. I will never forget this beautiful graphic novel with its equally gorgeous images. "

- NetGalley

"This book would be a great addition to a literature circle or introduction to a unit on Indigenous perspectives for any high school classroom or library. "

- CM: Canadian Review of Materials

"Emotive writing and beautiful imagery aside, if you know anyone who has a lack of empathy for Indigenous communities, make them read this book. "

- The Charity Report Literary Hub

"A poignant spotlight onto the difficulties Indigenous women face. Every library should have a copy of this potent work. "

- School Library Journal, starred review