Reading Response

This week I read the first 53 pages of Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian. It's not a novel that I would've chosen myself, but it's also not the worst book I've read for school. It gives me a bit of a Diary of a Wimpy Kid impression, but that's probably just because it's written from a teenage boy's perspective. I suppose it's supposed to be relatable to some of the readers but instead, I just find myself reading because I feel bad for all of these people.

I do find the Indian's situation interesting and pretty upsetting. Growing up I've always been told to do the best I possibly can in school and nothing less was accepted. I'm also expected to go to college and get a good job so I can live a comfortable life. The idea that basically none of the kids on the reservation will go on to do that surprises me and makes me sad for them. To live a life so hopeless and lacking drive seems dull and dreary.