It Didn’t Start With You – Mark Woylnn
Mark Wolynn dives into the lasting impact of inherited family trauma and how it shapes our behaviors and emotions. He blends science with personal anecdotes to explain how unaddressed wounds are passed down through generations. If you’re interested in understanding the root causes of your struggles, especially those that seem inexplicable, this book offers valuable insights into healing through breaking generational cycles.
From A Native Daughter – Haunani-Kay Trask
Haunani-Kay Trask’s From a Native Daughter is a powerful collection of essays that explores the history and contemporary struggles of Native Hawaiians. Trask’s writing delves into colonialism, identity, and the preservation of indigenous culture. A must-read for those wanting to better understand the complex intersection of race, land rights, and native sovereignty.
There There – Tommy Orange
Tommy Orange’s There There paints a raw and intricate picture of contemporary Native American life through a series of interconnected characters. With themes of identity, heritage, and trauma, this novel explores how the modern Native experience is shaped by both historical wounds and the complexities of urban existence. If you’re looking for a powerful, thought-provoking story that challenges stereotypes and sheds light on forgotten histories, There There is a must-read.
The Phone Booth At The Edge of The World – Laura Imai Messina
In The Phone Booth at the Edge of the World, Laura Imai Messina creates a poignant narrative about grief, connection, and healing in the aftermath of tragedy. Set in Japan, the story centers around a phone booth where people can call lost loved ones, offering solace to those struggling with profound loss. If you’re drawn to emotionally-driven tales of hope and recovery, this novel will resonate deeply with you.
Next on my list is…
Activate Your Future Self – Mimi Brouchard
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