The Sentence by Louise Erdrich
The novel explores themes of identity, mortality, and the supernatural through the story of Tookie, a Native American woman who works at a bookstore in Minneapolis. After serving a prison sentence for a crime she didn't intend to commit, Tookie finds herself haunted by the ghost of a particularly annoying customer who died on All Souls' Day. As she navigates her own personal struggles and the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, Tookie seeks to uncover the reasons behind the haunting and finds solace in the power of books and community. The narrative weaves together elements of mystery, humor, and poignant reflection on the complexities of life and death.
- Published
- 2021
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 350-400
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
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(2.9)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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