An autobiography by Kinew which focuses especially on his relationship with his father, Tobasonakwut, an Anishinaabe residential school survivor, political activist, spiritual leader and educator. His father’s long journey was wracked with tragedy and horror, but also hope, triumph and forgiveness. The book contains long passages which explain details and significance of the Sundance, naming ceremonies, adoption ceremonies, pipe rituals, and other aspects of Anishinaabe culture that were previously unknown to me. It also speaks meaningfully and at length about the power of language and culture to give meaning and purpose to Indigenous people. The book is full of grace, wisdom and humour.