68 pages • 2 hours read
Tomson HighwayKiss of the Fur Queen
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1998A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Kiss of the Fur Queen by Tomson Highway follows Cree brothers Jeremiah and Gabriel Okimasis from their idyllic northern Manitoba childhood, through the traumatic experiences of abuse at a Christian residential school, and into their adult lives where they reclaim their identities through music and dance, incorporating elements of Cree storytelling and cosmology. The book depicts child abuse, violence, and sexual violence.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Kiss of the Fur Queen by Tomson Highway masterfully combines Cree mythology with a poignant narrative about cultural survival and personal identity. Readers praise its lyrical prose and rich character development. Some find its nonlinear structure challenging, potentially hindering the flow for less patient readers. Nonetheless, the novel remains powerful and evocative.
Who Should Read Kiss of the Fur Queen?
Readers who appreciate Kiss of the Fur Queen by Tomson Highway are often drawn to poignant narratives about Indigenous experiences, cultural identity, and resilience. Similar to Louise Erdrich’s Love Medicine, this novel appeals to those interested in rich, character-driven stories that explore the complexities of heritage and survival.
RecommendedReading Age
18+yearsBook Details
Realistic Fiction
Coming of Age / Bildungsroman
Trauma / Abuse / Violence
Animals
Love / Sexuality
Emotions/Behavior: Fear
Emotions/Behavior: Forgiveness
Emotions/Behavior: Hate & Anger