The Round House by Louise Erdrich
A teenage boy navigates the complexities of life after his mother is brutally attacked on their reservation in North Dakota. As the legal system fails to bring justice due to jurisdictional issues, the boy takes matters into his own hands. The novel explores themes of tribal law, justice, and the transition into adulthood, all set against the backdrop of Native American culture and history.
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- Published
- 2012
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 300-400
- Original Language
- English
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- Alternate Titles
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