49 pages 1 hour read

Jessica Johns

Bad Cree

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2023

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Before You Read

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Super Short Summary

Bad Cree by Jessica Johns follows a Cree protagonist who experiences intense dreams about their deceased sister. These dreams begin to manifest in reality, revealing connections to culture, family, and past trauma. The protagonist embarks on a journey of healing and understanding, exploring themes of grief, identity, and indigenous spirituality.

Reviews & Readership

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Bad Cree by Jessica Johns has been praised for its compelling blend of horror and Indigenous storytelling. Critics appreciate the novel's vivid prose and culturally rich narrative. However, some feel the pacing occasionally lags, impacting tension. Overall, it is lauded as a unique and resonant work, effectively exploring themes of grief and identity.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Bad Cree?

A reader who enjoys suspenseful, culturally rich novels with supernatural elements would be captivated by Bad Cree by Jessica Johns. Fans of Tommy Orange’s There There or Eden Robinson’s Monkey Beach will appreciate the fusion of Indigenous storytelling and contemporary themes.

RecommendedReading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre

Mystery / Crime Fiction

Fantasy

Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction

Themes

Identity: Indigenous

Life/Time: Mortality & Death

Relationships: Family