The Birthing Tree by Amanda Peters
The Birthing Tree by Amanda Peters
The Birthing Tree by Amanda Peters
Genre: Historical Fiction / Literary Fiction / Indigenous Fiction / Family Saga
Recommended Age: Adults (18+)
Beneath a sacred tree where generations of Mi’kmaq women have given birth, Aliet Paul enters a world shaped by love, tradition, and loss. Raised by her grandmother Kiju, a respected midwife and keeper of traditional healing practices, Aliet grows up surrounded by ancestral wisdom—but her mother’s death and the mystery of her father cast long shadows over her life. As she grows older, tragedy pulls her away from her community and the traditions she was meant to carry on. Years later, after her grandmother’s death, Aliet returns home and begins uncovering painful family secrets that could change everything she thought she knew. Moving and richly atmospheric, this powerful novel explores heritage, generational trauma, belonging, and the enduring strength of Indigenous women.
⭐ Perfect for readers who enjoy multigenerational family sagas, historical literary fiction, and stories about cultural identity, family secrets, and the healing power of reconnecting with one's roots.
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