50 pages 1 hour read

Oscar Hokeah

Calling for a Blanket Dance

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2022

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Reviews & Readership

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Oscar Hokeah's Calling for a Blanket Dance has garnered praise for its authentic portrayal of Native American life and its complex, multi-generational narrative. Readers appreciate the rich cultural detail and emotional depth. However, some critique the book's pacing and fragmented structure. Overall, it's a compelling debut that offers valuable insights into Indigenous experiences.

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Who Should Read Calling for a Blanket Dance?

A reader who enjoys Calling for a Blanket Dance by Oscar Hokeah would appreciate immersive, character-driven narratives that explore Indigenous identity, family, and resilience. Fans of Tommy Orange's There There and Louise Erdrich's The Round House will find Hokeah's storytelling compelling and culturally poignant.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Topics
Race / Racism
Themes
Relationships: Family
Genre
Coming of Age / Bildungsroman