Red River Girl: The Life and Death of Tina Fontaine
Red River Girl: The Life and Death of Tina Fontaine
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2019
Book Brief
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2019304
Book • Nonfiction
Canada • 2010s
2019
Adult
15+ years
Super Short Summary
Joanna Jolly's Red River Girl: The Life and Death of Tina Fontaine explores the tragic story of a young Indigenous girl in Canada, Tina Fontaine, whose death highlighted systemic failures. The book investigates the socio-political context, police investigation, and the broader issues of violence against Indigenous women, fostering dialogue on justice and advocacy.
Informative
Mysterious
Dark
Unnerving
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
2,080 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Review Roundup
Red River Girl by Joanna Jolly is lauded for its sensitive exploration of Tina Fontaine's tragic story, weaving true crime with social commentary. Critics praise Jolly’s compassionate narrative and thorough research. Some, however, feel the book could delve deeper into systemic issues. Overall, it’s an impactful read that highlights a critical issue.
Who Should Read Red River Girl: The Life and Death of Tina Fontaine?
Readers interested in true crime, social justice, and Indigenous issues will appreciate Red River Girl: The Life and Death of Tina Fontaine by Joanna Jolly. Fans of The Other Side by Lacy M. Johnson and The Reason You Walk by Wab Kinew will find it compelling for its investigative depth and focus on systemic challenges.
2,080 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
304
Book • Nonfiction
Canada • 2010s
2019
Adult
15+ years
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