Punished

"Punished" is a powerful novel that explores the lasting impact of childhood trauma on five Sámi individuals who endured a brutal government-run boarding school in 1950s Sweden. Through their distinct perspectives, the story examines themes of cultural suppression, personal resilience, and the quest for justice, revealing how their pasts continue to shape their lives decades later. Inspired by the author’s family history, the book offers a poignant and unflinching look at a dark chapter in Scandinavian history.