White Girl
235
Novel • Fiction
Vancouver Island • 1960s
1992
Middle grade
12-18 years
760L
In Sylvia Olsen's White Girl, teenager Josie Jessop’s life is upended when her mother marries Martin, a First Nations man, and moves them to his reservation. As Josie navigates prejudice and bullying at school, she finds friendship in Rose and begins to appreciate the beauty of the community. Josie's growing bond with Martin's family ultimately teaches her about love, acceptance, and the importance of family. The book addresses racism, bullying, and suicide.
Contemplative
Emotional
Challenging
Inspirational
Heartwarming
130 ratings
Loved it
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Sylvia Olsen’s White Girl delves into themes of identity and belonging. Reviewers praise its authentic portrayal of Indigenous culture and the protagonist’s nuanced growth. However, some critics feel the narrative pace lags and wish for deeper character development. Overall, it's commended for its heartfelt and insightful exploration of cross-cultural dynamics.
Fans of White Girl would likely appreciate stories about cultural identity, personal growth, and social issues. Comparisons include Sherman Alexie’s The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian and Angie Thomas’s The Hate U Give for their themes of resilience and exploration of complex social environments.
130 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
235
Novel • Fiction
Vancouver Island • 1960s
1992
Middle grade
12-18 years
760L
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