The Night Watchman

The Night Watchman by Louise Erdrich is a powerful novel inspired by her grandfather's fight to protect Native American treaty rights in 1950s North Dakota. The story follows Thomas, a tribal leader and night watchman, as he battles a government policy threatening his community's land and sovereignty, and Patrice, a young woman searching for her missing sister. Rich with themes of resilience, identity, and justice, this unforgettable tale celebrates the strength of Indigenous communities.