Description

In this powerful novel, Joseph Boyden weaves a tale of resilience and destiny across the vast Canadian wilderness and the glittering, dangerous streets of Manhattan. The story centers on Will Bird, a legendary Cree bush pilot in a coma, and his niece Annie, who returns to his bedside, both haunted by their pasts. As their unspoken connection deepens, secrets of betrayal, loss, and a desperate search for a missing sister emerge, revealing the enduring strength of family and cultural bonds. Boyden's signature style, marked by keen observation and profound empathy, explores the hidden depths of the human heart and the enduring spirit of a people.

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paperback edition cover

paperback

Viking

Published Jan 1, 2009

376 pages

ISBN: 9780670020577

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Details

First Published

2009

Language

eng

Content Warnings

Content and trigger warnings for Through Black Spruce by Joseph Boyden.

Violence
Death/Grief
Substance Use
War/Trauma