Virginia Driving Hawk Sneve is een vooraanstaande auteur wiens werk diep geworteld is in haar Native American erfgoed, met name haar ervaringen tijdens haar jeugd op de Rosebud Reservation. Haar schrijven verkent vaak thema's als identiteit, cultuur en de kruising van traditionele overtuigingen met het moderne leven. Sneve's proza wordt gekenmerkt door haar authentieke stem en inzichtelijke portrettering van de Native American ervaring, waarmee ze lezers een uniek perspectief biedt op veerkracht en gemeenschap.
Virginia's old coat is too small. The cold South Dakota wind blows across the Rosebud Indian Reservation, making her shiver as she walks to school. Virginia dreams of a new coat arriving in the Theast boxes - parcels of clothing from churches in The East. But, she knows she may not have a chance for a coat this year.
Set on the Rosebud Reservation, a young Lakota boy named Eddie navigates his first summer away from his parents. Initially anxious, he quickly immerses himself in the joys of rural life, from horseback riding to fishing and helping his grandmother in the garden. When his grandfather is injured, Eddie finds the courage to assist him in seeking medical care. This heartwarming chapter book, enriched with vibrant illustrations, beautifully captures the themes of family connection, personal growth, and the significance of cultural heritage.