Three-Bullet Book Review: The Last Crossing by Guy Vanderhaeghe (2002)
- Good writing, but sloooowwwwww pace.
- Thoughtful portrayal of Canadian Native and Metis cultures as distinct entities rather than as foils for Anglo-European culture.
- Rape and murder of teenage girl as plot device: overplayed.
Recommended?
Not really. This sat on my shelf for years before I got to it for good reason, it seems. If you're particularly keen on the 19th century West this may be right up your alley, but it wasn't my cup of tea.
