The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters is a moving and unforgettable story of family, identity, and resilience. Set against the backdrop of 1960s Maine, the novel follows a Mi’kmaq family whose lives are forever altered when their young daughter, Ruthie, disappears while berry picking. The narrative unfolds from the perspectives of Ruthie’s brother, Joe, and a young woman named Norma, weaving a tale of loss, love, and the search for belonging. Peters’ storytelling brings depth to cultural identity and family bonds in this powerful exploration of what it means to come home.
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