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Born in Canada as a native Mohawk, Michelle Rice-Gauvreau's life took a sharp turn when she was illegally adopted and raised in Connecticut. These experiences have honed her into a fierce advocate for adoptees seeking their own truths and origins. Michelle navigated her tumultuous past and channeled her strength into her professional life, now working as a legal professional for a prestigious law firm. In her personal life, she enjoys expanding her understanding of native cultures through travel, spending quality time with her husband, son, and two senior cats. Through her writing, Michelle aspires to imbue others with the resilience and hope that guided her journey back to her roots.
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Who Am I?
by Michelle Rice-Gauvreau
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Overview


In "Who Am I?" Michelle Rice-Gauvreau embarks on a poignant journey, from her abusive upbringing in the US to rediscovering her Mohawk roots in Canada.
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Description


"Who Am I?" is a powerful memoir by Michelle Rice-Gauvreau that pulls back the curtain on an unsettling chapter of indigenous history. Born in a Mohawk Reservation in Canada, Michelle was illicitly adopted and raised in an abusive home in the United States. Amidst the harsh backdrop of the 1960s and 70s, when mental illness was a forbidden topic and safeguarding measures were scarce, Michelle's story illuminates a path of self-discovery and resilience. Her life is a testament to the enduring spirit of her Mohawk bloodline as she navigates the trials of coping, understanding, and forging a life path without the foundations of familial love and belonging. This memoir is not only a personal narrative but a spotlight on an issue plaguing indigenous communities worldwide, and particularly North America. "Who Am I?" is an extraordinary tale of tenacity, humor, and the relentless search for identity, family, and happiness.
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Overview


In "Who Am I?" Michelle Rice-Gauvreau embarks on a poignant journey, from her abusive upbringing in the US to rediscovering her Mohawk roots in Canada.

Read more

Description


"Who Am I?" is a powerful memoir by Michelle Rice-Gauvreau that pulls back the curtain on an unsettling chapter of indigenous history. Born in a Mohawk Reservation in Canada, Michelle was illicitly adopted and raised in an abusive home in the United States. Amidst the harsh backdrop of the 1960s and 70s, when mental illness was a forbidden topic and safeguarding measures were scarce, Michelle's story illuminates a path of self-discovery and resilience. Her life is a testament to the enduring spirit of her Mohawk bloodline as she navigates the trials of coping, understanding, and forging a life path without the foundations of familial love and belonging. This memoir is not only a personal narrative but a spotlight on an issue plaguing indigenous communities worldwide, and particularly North America. "Who Am I?" is an extraordinary tale of tenacity, humor, and the relentless search for identity, family, and happiness.

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Book details

Genre:BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY

Subgenre:Cultural, Ethnic & Regional / Indigenous

Language:English

Pages:260

eBook ISBN:9798891212589

Paperback ISBN:9798350913910


Overview


In "Who Am I?" Michelle Rice-Gauvreau embarks on a poignant journey, from her abusive upbringing in the US to rediscovering her Mohawk roots in Canada.

Read more

Description


"Who Am I?" is a powerful memoir by Michelle Rice-Gauvreau that pulls back the curtain on an unsettling chapter of indigenous history. Born in a Mohawk Reservation in Canada, Michelle was illicitly adopted and raised in an abusive home in the United States. Amidst the harsh backdrop of the 1960s and 70s, when mental illness was a forbidden topic and safeguarding measures were scarce, Michelle's story illuminates a path of self-discovery and resilience. Her life is a testament to the enduring spirit of her Mohawk bloodline as she navigates the trials of coping, understanding, and forging a life path without the foundations of familial love and belonging. This memoir is not only a personal narrative but a spotlight on an issue plaguing indigenous communities worldwide, and particularly North America. "Who Am I?" is an extraordinary tale of tenacity, humor, and the relentless search for identity, family, and happiness.

Read more

About the author


Born in Canada as a native Mohawk, Michelle Rice-Gauvreau's life took a sharp turn when she was illegally adopted and raised in Connecticut. These experiences have honed her into a fierce advocate for adoptees seeking their own truths and origins. Michelle navigated her tumultuous past and channeled her strength into her professional life, now working as a legal professional for a prestigious law firm. In her personal life, she enjoys expanding her understanding of native cultures through travel, spending quality time with her husband, son, and two senior cats. Through her writing, Michelle aspires to imbue others with the resilience and hope that guided her journey back to her roots.

Read more