I just finished reading this myself. It reminded me of a mature version of Diary of a Wimpy Kid. I felt like I gained an understanding of what it is like to live on a reservation through reading this book. What did you think about the author's portrayal?
I had no idea there was an reservation in Spokane. I was there a few years ago my cousin went to school where the author did in Pullman. I agree its definitely similar to diary of a wimpy kid except for deeper issues. I thought the author gave a very revealing look into the lives of reservation kids. Their issues,family ties, and hopes. The voice and tone really made me as the reader feel for this kid junior. I've been to the reservations in Oklahoma and Arizona after reading Alexie book I may have a different perspective when I am in an Indian casino again.
I agree, I think going to an Indian reservation after reading this book would be a different experience. It is heartbreaking the effects alcohol and diabetes are having on the entire culture.
I just finished reading this myself. It reminded me of a mature version of Diary of a Wimpy Kid. I felt like I gained an understanding of what it is like to live on a reservation through reading this book. What did you think about the author's portrayal?
ReplyDeleteI had no idea there was an reservation in Spokane. I was there a few years ago my cousin went to school where the author did in Pullman. I agree its definitely similar to diary of a wimpy kid except for deeper issues. I thought the author gave a very revealing look into the lives of reservation kids. Their issues,family ties, and hopes. The voice and tone really made me as the reader feel for this kid junior.
ReplyDeleteI've been to the reservations in Oklahoma and Arizona after reading Alexie book I may have a different perspective when I am in an Indian casino again.
I agree, I think going to an Indian reservation after reading this book would be a different experience. It is heartbreaking the effects alcohol and diabetes are having on the entire culture.
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