43 pages 1 hour read

Thomas King

Medicine River

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1990

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Reviews & Readership

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Thomas King's Medicine River receives praise for its vivid characters and rich storytelling, providing a heartfelt portrayal of small-town life on a Canadian reserve. Reviewers appreciate its humor and cultural insights. Some critique its slow pacing and predictability but acknowledge the engaging anecdotes and warm writing style. Overall, it is seen as a compelling and meaningful read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Medicine River?

Readers who enjoy thoughtful explorations of Indigenous identity, community, and humor will delight in Thomas King's Medicine River. Fans of Sherman Alexie's The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian and Louise Erdrich's Love Medicine will appreciate its rich storytelling and cultural insight.

Recommended

Reading Age

16-18years

Book Details

Genre
Historical Fiction
Education
Modern Classic Fiction
Themes
Identity: Race
Society: Community
Topics
Education