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Cherie Dimaline
Cherie Dimaline is the author of the award-winning novel The Marrow Thieves. She writes speculative fiction that often explores themes of Indigenous identity and resilience.
The Marrow Thieves
Synopsis
In a future where dreams are a lost commodity and madness is rampant, Indigenous peoples hold the key to humanity's survival. Their bone marrow contains the cure, but extracting it means their death. Follow a young Indigenous teen as he flees recruiters and fights for his life, his loved ones, and a future where dreams can return.
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Characters
FrenchieProtagonist
Frequently asked questions
Is The Marrow Thieves part of a series?
This book is the first in a duology, followed by Hunting by Stars. While it introduces the world and characters, the story continues in the next installment.
What awards has The Marrow Thieves won?
The Marrow Thieves won the Governor General's Literary Award for English-language children's literature and was a finalist for the Canada Reads competition, highlighting its significant impact and critical acclaim.
Is there a film or TV adaptation of The Marrow Thieves?
A television series adaptation of The Marrow Thieves is currently in development, with Cherie Dimaline involved in the production.