Four Souls: A Novel (P.S.)

I loved the beauty of the language. The descriptions of the characters were imaginative and painted a clear picture of each one as they appeared in the story I liked the inclusion of the Native words and phrases. A beautiful story, beautifully told.

Dependable author. History rich story line intertwining generations

I've read tantalizing tidbits about Fleur Pillager in other Erdrich novels and stories, but here I got to meet the real woman, in all her magnificent flawed beauty. I especially enjoyed the storytelling when it came from the old Native Nanapush, one of the narrators who combine to tell the story ofFleur's revenge on a white land speculator. A priggish white spinster is one of the narrators, each of whom is affected by the vengeance motif. A poetic and highly satisfying reading experience.

The beginning was a bit slow, but it grew with interest as time went on.

I've read most of the author's works and while I would not say this is my favorite, I have to say that she has matured so much as an author over the years that this is a must read book. I particularly like how she shares imagery and concepts in this book without feeling the need to explain them to the non-Anishinaabe audience, and potentially interrupting the poetry of the work itself. - It was amazing how she brought back to mind things I knew and had forgotten, simply through the force of her writing. The greatest impact for me was the effect the book had even 4 days later - the themes of this book are both universal and incredible. Thank you for such an outstanding book!

Erdrich's writing is excellent as always.

I bought Four Souls for myself because I'm in the process of reading (or, in some cases, re-reading) Erdrich's novels. In my opinion, this is one of her best novels. I really enjoyed reading it. The copy I received was new, and I received it very promptly. Thank you!

I have read a number of her books and appreciate her deep understanding and refusal to judge the nature of human interactions. The picture she paints of the suffering of Native Americans over the centuries is startling and undoubtedly a reality.

just gets you in the feels