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Chee's Daughter

Juanita Platero
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Chee's Daughter

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1991

Book Brief

Juanita Platero

Chee's Daughter

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1991
Book Details
Pages

22

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Publication Year

1991

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Reviews & Readership

3.2

9 ratings

33%

Loved it

56%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Reviews of Juanita Platero's Chee's Daughter highlight its vivid portrayal of Navajo culture and compelling narrative. While praised for authentic dialogue and cultural exploration, some critics find the plot pacing uneven. The strong moral themes resonate, though certain character arcs feel underdeveloped. Overall, it's an enlightening read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Chee's Daughter?

A reader who would enjoy Juanita Platero's Chee's Daughter is likely interested in Native American culture, family dynamics, and moral dilemmas. Comparable to Sherman Alexie's The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian, this reader appreciates culturally rich narratives with strong emotional undercurrents and complex characters.

3.2

9 ratings

33%

Loved it

56%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

22

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Publication Year

1991

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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