Daughters of the Deer

In this haunting and groundbreaking historical novel, national bestseller "The Girl Who Wasn't There" by Danielle Daniel, readers are transported to the 1600s Algonquin territories, exploring the intertwined lives of Marie, a gifted healer forced into an unwanted marriage, and her daughter Jeanne, who grapples with her identity as a two-spirited person. Set against a backdrop of cultural conflict and survival amid disease and threat, the story delves into the challenges faced by Indigenous women and the violent disruptions of their cultures. Through these poignant narratives, Daniel sheds light on the historical violence against Indigenous communities while celebrating their resilience and complexity.