Miikwan and Dez are in their final year of high school. Poised at the edge of the rest of their lives, they have a lot to decide on. Miikwan and her boyfriend, Riel, are preparing for university, but Dez isn’t sure if that’s what they want for their future.
Grief and anger take precedence over their plans after the remains of 215 children are found at a former residential school in British Columbia. The teens struggle with feelings of helplessness in the face of injustice. Can they find the strength to channel their frustration into action towards a more hopeful future?
We Are the Medicine is the moving final volume of the best-selling Surviving the City series.
Publisher: Portage & Main Press
ISBN: 9781774921104
Number of pages: 64
Dimensions: 254 x 165 x 4 mm
Interest age: From 12 years
Weight: 176 g
Language: English
This is a beautiful and inspiring graphic novel. The art is bold and colourful, adding to the tone and beauty of the story. The characters are relatable...keeping the reader engaged. - Anishinabek News
★ A fantastic read for teens to learn about Indigenous issues through a clear and accurate representation. - Youth Services Book Review, starred review
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