Looking for Smoke

De: K. A. Cobell

Narrado por: Julie Lumsden, Katie Anvil Rich, Shaun Taylor-Corbett, Jordan Waunch

A REESE'S BOOK CLUB PICK

In her powerful debut novel, Looking for Smoke, author K. A. Cobell (Blackfeet) weaves loss, betrayal, and complex characters into a thriller that will illuminate, surprise, and engage readers until the final word. A must-pick for readers who enjoy books by Angeline Boulley and Karen McManus!

When local girl Loren includes Mara in a traditional Blackfeet Giveaway to honor Loren’s missing sister, Mara thinks she’ll finally make some friends on the Blackfeet reservation.

Instead, a girl from the Giveaway, Samantha White Tail, is found murdered.

Because the four members of the Giveaway group were the last to see Samantha alive, each becomes a person of interest in the investigation. And all of them—Mara, Loren, Brody, and Eli—have a complicated history with Samantha.

Despite deep mistrust, the four must now take matters into their own hands and clear their names. Even though one of them may be the murderer.

Would recommend to others!

Loved the narration and the style in which the story was written. Kept me guessing until nearly the very end. Wonderful character development! I have already recommended to family and friends. Great read.

Had me on the edge of my seat

Loved the story. It brought a sense of connection to the indigenous people and communities. Loved every bit of it. Made me very proud to be apart of strong people.

Beautiful writing, compelling story

It was so refreshing to read a story full of dynamic Indigenous characters. The mystery draws you in and the writing strikes the perfect balance of literary and contemporary.

Couldn’t put it down!

Truly could not put it down. Loved learning more about the culture of these native teens and could not wait to find out who did it!

Native culture and great mystery

I am a Native person and I love to hear about other tribes culture and norms while also recognizing themes and realities all or most tribal nations share. The story was amazing and gripping.

Intriguing Story

Having lived close to Browning and being friends with the Cobell family I found this narrative very interesting. Although it is a sensitive subject, I enjoyed the descriptions of locations I am very familiar with.
Greg

Wonderful Book

I love the narration. I really love the indigenous representation! This book helped me get out of a book slump!👏🏻🫶🏻🪶♥️

An authentic look into the MMIW

This book was a realistic look at life on a reservation and young adults’ feelings and reactions to the MMIW epidemic. It illustrates the unfortunate reality that sometimes people who we think we really know are not what they seem. It shows also how the drug issue impacts everyone, not just those who use or sell. It has a ripple effect through the community. It highlights the inter generational trauma and how that colors how the next generation views and responds to life challenges. I would recommend this book to others.

A-1 Storytelling

This story had heart, humor and horror. I liked the characters, the plot, and it was paced well. It made my eyes pop more than once!

Definitely A must Read!

This is a story that takes place on the Blackfeet Reservation and follows a group of Native American teenagers. Two classmates go missing and leads to the community being on high alert and determined to find answers. The writing felt authentic and brought Native youth slang into the conversations. I enjoyed the multiple people that told the story and felt like it was easier for me to follow along and envision the characters. Definitely a must read.