A Council of Dolls

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Spanning three generations of Yanktonai Dakota women, the narrative unfolds from the 19th century to the present, exploring their lives through the dolls they cherish. Sissy, navigating a tumultuous relationship with her mother, finds solace in her doll Ethel. Lillian, facing the harsh realities of an Indian boarding school, relies on her sister and the protective spirit of her doll Mae. Cora, born into the aftermath of the Indian Wars, discovers resilience despite the loss of her doll Winona. The novel poignantly addresses the trauma of Indigenous history while celebrating love and healing.