Finished copy gifted by the publisher 

The author aptly explored themes of missing indigenous women/girls and not getting much media attention, what she describes as “twice lost” in the story. 

I had some hesitation with the FMC being in law enforcement initially, but the examination of how a system failed a people and the subsequent distrust within the native community, as well as the FMC’s own reflection of whether she’s doing more harm than good as a cop, adds nuance and depth to the book.

In the author’s notes, she mentioned her indigenous heritage while growing up with white adopted parents, inspiring her to write a story examining this feeling of “in betweenness” that the FMC experienced. I feel that aspect is very well done in the book through the character’s arc, but can’t comment on whether the descriptions of native lives on reservations are accurate depictions. 

I really love the multiple layers of mysteries, even though I wish it were faster paced.