Firekeeper's Daughter contained a diverse mix of characters with both strong, redeeming qualities and flaws. This was the first book I had ever read set solely in and based around a Native American community and I was incredibly excited to educate myself further on the history and heritage that the writer offers a beautiful insight into.

Boulley does a fantastic job of integrating language, tradition, custom, belief, history and community into this novel in a way that educates readers without it seeming like education.

As this is focused towards a young adult or even new adult audience, when the main character, Daunis, goes through a period of self exploration and transition the opportunity for the reader to explore both culture and womanhood is there - part of the charm is that the reader can learn and embrace with her.

For around the first 20% of this story, I thought I knew roughly where it was going. I loved the writing style but was sure it would be a "same old" retelling. It is safe to say that I was completely incorrect, and was compelled from then onwards.

A thrilling and compelling read.

Thanks Netgalley for providing me with an advance copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.