Weird Rules to Follow

Set in the thriving coastal fishing town of Prince Rupert during the 1980s, this award-winning novel follows eleven-year-old Mia and her best friend Lara, who navigate the complexities of friendship amid their contrasting backgrounds. While Mia's home is filled with relatives and struggles, Lara enjoys the comforts of a stable, middle-class life. As they share their tween experiences of crushes and dreams, Mia begins to confront the societal biases tied to her Indigenous identity, revealing the deeper impacts of culture and class on their lives and interactions. Through Mia's journey, the story provides a poignant exploration of identity and understanding.