Summary:
The memoir recounts the author's coming-of-age story on the Seabird Island Indian Reservation in the Pacific Northwest, detailing her complex family dynamics, personal struggles with mental health, and journey toward self-identity. It explores themes of love, trauma, and resilience as she navigates her relationships and her role as a mother, while confronting the legacy of colonialism and her own painful past.
Key points:
1. Trauma and Healing: The book explores Mailhot's personal trauma, including her upbringing on an Indian Reservation, relationships, mental health, and healing journey. She uses writing as a tool to confront her past.
