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May 27, 2017FVReader rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Chanie Wenjack and all the children should not be forgotten. We owe them their stories and more. This is a beautifully done tribute to a brave, tortured, saddened young boy who only wanted to go home. I was surprised that Chanie's story ended in 1966. I thought the Residential schools had ended years before this. These stories must come out. For years we've heard of the Residential Schools, yet in vague terms. The stories of those who lived the experience have yet to be told. Chanie's story is heart-breaking. He should have been a happy, healthy boy growing to adulthood. Instead, he was a scared, hungry, cold child who died while trying to get home. This graphic novel with the lyrics of 10 dedicated songs is a lovely tribute. It brings out Chanie's fears and suffering. It also gives him the peace he deserves. I hope Chanie's real story ended with peace.