Mean Spirit - by Linda Hogan (Paperback)

The Mean Spirit book tells the story of a government official who learns to honor his Native American heritage and falls in love with its people through the investigation of Grace Banket, a young woman who was once the richest person in her territory until the greed of white men led to her murder.

The book is a 1991 Pulitzer Prize nominee that pulls back the curtain on the history of the Osage tribe during the Oklahoma oil boom.

Through his investigation, the official uncovers rampant fraud, intimidation, and murder that led to the death of Grace Banket and her family.

But amidst the horror, he finds something truly extraordinary - a realization of his deepest self and an abundance of love and appreciation for his native people and their brave past.

This book is a must-read for anyone interested in learning about the history of the Osage tribe and the struggles they faced during the Oklahoma oil boom.