Quick Synopsis – This is a collection of hair raising dark fiction stories by North American indigenous writers.

Song this Reminds Me Of – Honestly if I had the time I would have made a super awesome playlist, because it’s impossible to pick just one. I also encourage you to go on a journey and discover indigenous artists to listen to and support.

Publication Date – September 19, 2023

Rating – 5 out of 5 stars!

Review – Thanks to NetGalley and Penguin Random House – Vintage for the eARC. All opinions are my own.

I loved this anthology. This is the first time I’ve dipped my toe in a short story anthology and I was engulfed by these stories. I will add a trigger warning that a lot of these stories deal with themes of abuse (child, sexual, emotional, physical, etc.). This abuse is often directly related to the absolute horror of residential schools.

Honestly, this story had me writing down the name of every author so I could follow their careers and read the novels they’ve written. I loved that these stories ranged from all over the US and Canada. There was so much rich culture and history within these pages, that I already know I’m buying a copy for my husband for Christmas.

If you’re a fan of spooky thrillers and stories that make you think, then this is the book for you. An anthology like this reminds me of why I love reading so much. I love a book or a story that makes me uncomfortable and makes me want to learn more. These stories are great gateways into indigenous work and history.