Rain Is Not My Indian Name - by Cynthia L Smith

The book "Rain's World" by Cynthia Leitich Smith is a heartwarming and thought-provoking tale of a teenage girl navigating grief, identity, and belonging in a mostly white midwestern community.

After the death of her best friend Galen, Rain shuts herself off from the world but eventually decides to face it again through photography.

As she photographs the campers at Indian Camp, Rain must decide how involved she wants to become in the intertribal community and connect with new friends after her great loss.

With a voice that resonates with insight and humor, Smith tells a story of heartbreak, recovery, and reclaiming one's place in the world.

This book is a must-read for anyone who has ever experienced loss or struggle to find their identity, and it will leave readers with food for thought on cultural identity and belonging.