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Miko Kings

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007

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LeAnne Howe

Miko Kings

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007
Book Details
Pages

221

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Oklahoma • Early 1900s

Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Miko Kings by LeAnne Howe follows Lena, a Choctaw woman, unraveling the history of the Miko Kings, the first Indigenous American baseball team, and its connection to her family's past. The narrative shifts between present-day Lena, the team’s rise and fall around 1907, and reflections from 1969, revealing deep connections between land, identity, and history. This book discusses racism and intense violence and includes brief mentions of sexual violence.

Mysterious

Nostalgic

Contemplative

Melancholic

Bittersweet

Reviews & Readership

4.0

362 ratings

66%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

12%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Miko Kings by LeAnne Howe is praised for its rich historical narrative and intricate storytelling, offering a unique perspective on Native American culture and early 20th-century baseball. Critics commend its lyrical prose and deep character development, though some find its complex narrative structure and frequent time shifts challenging. Overall, it's a thought-provoking read that skillfully blends history and fiction.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Miko Kings?

Fans of historical fiction with a strong cultural perspective will enjoy Miko Kings by LeAnne Howe. Comparable to works like Louise Erdrich’s The Round House or Sherman Alexie’s The Lone Ranger and Tonto Fistfight in Heaven, this novel intertwines Native American history with rich storytelling, appealing to readers interested in Indigenous narratives and complex character arcs.

4.0

362 ratings

66%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

12%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

221

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Oklahoma • Early 1900s

Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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