Title
Five Little Indians: A Novel
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Winner: Canada Reads 2022Winner: Governor Generals Literary Award For Fictionwinner: Amazon First Novel Awardwinner: Kobo Emerging Author Prizefinalist: Scotiabank Giller Prizefinalist: Atwood Gibson Writers Trust Prizefinalist: Bc & Yukon Book Prizeshortlist: Indigenous Voices Awardsnational Bestseller; A Globe And Mail Top 100 Book Of The Year; A Cbc Best Book Of The Year; An Apple Best Book Of The Year; A Kobo Best Book Of The Year; An Indigo Best Book Of The Yeartaken From Their Families When They Are Very Small And Sent To A Remote, Churchrun Residential School, Kenny, Lucy, Clara, Howie And Maisie Are Barely Out Of Childhood When They Are Finally Released After Years Of Detention.Alone And Without Any Skills, Support Or Families, The Teens Find Their Way To The Seedy And Foreign World Of Downtown Eastside Vancouver, Where They Cling Together, Striving To Find A Place Of Safety And Belonging In A World That Doesnt Want Them. The Paths Of The Five Friends Cross And Crisscross Over The Decades As They Struggle To Overcome, Or At Least Forget, The Trauma They Endured During Their Years At The Mission.Fuelled By Rage And Furious With God, Clara Finds Her Way Into The Dangerous, Highly Charged World Of The American Indian Movement. Maisie Internalizes Her Pain And Continually Places Herself In Dangerous Situations. Famous For His Daring Escapes From The School, Kenny Cant Stop Running And Moves Restlessly From Job To Jobthrough Fishing Grounds, Orchards And Logging Campstrying To Outrun His Memories And His Addiction. Lucy Finds Peace In Motherhood And Nurtures A Secret Compulsive Disorder As She Waits For Kenny To Return To The Life They Once Hoped To Share Together. After Almost Beating One Of His Tormentors To Death, Howie Serves Time In Prison, Then Tries Once Again To Reenter Society And Begin Life Anew.With Compassion And Insight, Five Little Indians Chronicles The Desperate Quest Of These Residential School Survivors To Come To Terms With Their Past And, Ultimately, Find A Way Forward.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Five Little Indians'? A: 'Five Little Indians' explores the themes of trauma, survival, and the quest for belonging, focusing on the lives of five residential school survivors as they navigate life after their experiences.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Five Little Indians'? A: The author of 'Five Little Indians' is Michelle Good, who is recognized for her compelling storytelling and deep understanding of Indigenous experiences.
- Q: What awards has 'Five Little Indians' won? A: 'Five Little Indians' has won several awards, including the Canada Reads 2022, Governor General’s Literary Award for Fiction, and the Amazon First Novel Award, among others.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: 'Five Little Indians' is available in paperback binding, making it a flexible and convenient choice for readers.
- Q: How many pages does 'Five Little Indians' have? A: 'Five Little Indians' contains 304 pages, providing an in-depth exploration of its characters and themes.
- Q: When was 'Five Little Indians' published? A: 'Five Little Indians' was published on April 14, 2020.
- Q: Is 'Five Little Indians' suitable for young adults? A: 'Five Little Indians' addresses complex themes related to trauma and identity, making it suitable for mature young adult readers and adults.
- Q: What genre does 'Five Little Indians' belong to? A: 'Five Little Indians' is categorized under Family Life fiction, focusing on personal and familial relationships amidst challenging circumstances.
- Q: Can you summarize the plot of 'Five Little Indians'? A: 'Five Little Indians' follows five friends, Kenny, Lucy, Clara, Howie, and Maisie, as they navigate life after being released from a residential school, confronting their past traumas and seeking a sense of belonging.
- Q: What specific issues does 'Five Little Indians' address? A: 'Five Little Indians' addresses issues such as the impact of colonialism, the legacy of residential schools, addiction, and the struggle for identity and community among Indigenous peoples.