Dialogue is fresh and natural although without the swearing. The reality of living on the street is brought to life. No punches are pulled about what Joe is doing to earn money to survive. Chapters are short and the reading level is 3.9 so although the issues in this book will appeal to all high school students it will also be accessible to those high school students who are struggling to read well., This is a brutally honest look at what can happen to homeless youth, especially if they are struggling with gender identity. Florence has really captured the lilt and tone of talk on the reserve. Dialogue is fresh and natural although without the swearing that would be more realistic. Highly Recommended, This is a brutally honest look at what can happen to homeless youth, especially if they are struggling with gender identity. Melanie Florence has a real gift for immersing readers in the story.While there are many novels dealing with a teen's struggle to accept his or her own sexual identity, this is one of the first I've come across, dealing with a transgender character and two-spiritedness. It's short and simply written for even the most reluctant readers., Overall, Rez Runaway is an interesting book that not only tells an interesting tale but does well in increasing awareness in regards to discrimination, stereotypes, marginalized groups and most importantly of all support in unexpected places in Canadian society., A compelling read that deals with plenty of complex and current issues. Rez Runaway was the same as an being in an emotional roller coaster.I'm defenitely reading something else from Melanie Florence if I have the chance., Even with the heavy load from all the important topics, it's a breeze to get through.

Rez Runaway by Melanie Florence