The characters in this novel are richly drawn and nuanced. Erdrich reminds me of Elizabeth Strout in the way she can build a small town community with so much warmth, sensitivity and depth.

This book explored themes of overreliance - on the land, on other people and on ideals which are outdated, harmful and irrelevant. There is beauty in Erdrich's non-judgemental writing style and gentle thought-provoking prose. Although she doesn't pull back when it comes to shocking deep emotions either.

I enjoyed this and feel it will stay with me - a sign of a great book.