46 pages 1 hour read

Cherie Dimaline

The Marrow Thieves

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2017

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Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Dimaline's The Marrow Thieves intricately weaves a dystopian narrative with profound cultural elements. Praised for its compelling storytelling and strong character development, the novel offers an intense, empathetic portrayal of Indigenous struggles and resilience. However, some readers noted pacing issues and a desire for deeper world-building. Overall, an impactful and evocative read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Marrow Thieves?

Readers who would enjoy The Marrow Thieves by Cherie Dimaline are typically fans of dystopian young adult fiction with strong themes of survival, resilience, and Indigenous culture. Similar works include The Hunger Games and The Maze Runner, blending gripping adventures with deep, socio-political commentary.

Recommended

Reading Age

14-18years

Lexile Level

HL810L

Book Details

Themes
Emotions/Behavior: Grief
Life/Time: Birth
Topics
Gender / Feminism
Genre
Science-Fiction / Dystopian Fiction