Super Short Summary

Three Day Road by Joseph Boyden follows the intertwined lives of Cree Indians, Xavier Bird and Elijah Whiskeyjack, who become snipers in World War One. Their experiences and descent into the violence of war are reflected through Xavier’s morphine-addicted memories and Niska’s healing stories. Returning severely wounded, Xavier’s struggle to overcome his physical and emotional scars culminates in revelations about his and Elijah’s fates. The narrative delves into topics such as war and addiction.