LaRose by Louise Erdrich
In this emotionally charged novel, a man accidentally kills his neighbor's son while hunting and, in an act of ancient tribal tradition, offers his own son, LaRose, as compensation. The narrative explores the complexities of grief, justice, and cultural identity, as both families grapple with the loss of their sons and the impact of this decision. The story is set against the backdrop of the Ojibwe reservation in North Dakota, and the intertwining of the two families leads to unexpected relationships and the healing power of shared sorrow.
The 9437th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2016
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 373
- Words
- 130,000
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 11th on Top 10 Fiction Books of the Decade(2010) (Entertainment Weekly)
- National Book Critics Circle Award - Fiction (National Book Critics Circle)