Where They Last Saw Her: A Novel By Marcie R. Rendon

Quill, a Native American woman who has lived her entire life on the Red Pine reservation in Minnesota, knows too well the dangers faced by women who look like her. As a young girl, she witnessed Jimmy Sky's tragic death, and it feels like she’s been running ever since. One morning, while training for the Boston Marathon, she hears a chilling scream in the woods. Investigating, she finds only tire tracks and a single beaded earring.

Things are different now for Quill. She’s surrounded by her friends, Punk and Gaylyn, who embody resilience, and her loving husband, Crow, along with their two children, who inspire her to be strong. When a second woman goes missing, Quill is determined to take action. She starts by investigating a group of men working at the nearby pipeline construction site, suspecting their involvement.

As Quill digs deeper into the disappearances, another person goes missing. Her quest for justice for the stolen women confronts her with harsh truths about their community and the institutions meant to protect them. She grapples with questions of bystander culture, the far-reaching impact of crime, and the trauma of being rendered invisible. How many more neighbors, friends, and family members will be lost before something changes?

Driven by a fierce determination, Quill puts everything on the line to seek justice and change. This novel is a gripping exploration of courage, loss, and the fight for visibility and justice in a world that often turns a blind eye. 📚❤️