56 pages • 1 hour read
Annette Saunooke ClapsaddleEven As We Breathe
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Set in 1942 western North Carolina during WWII, Even As We Breathe by Annette Saunooke Clapsaddle tells the coming-of-age story of Cowney Sequoyah Jr., a 19-year-old orphaned Cherokee boy who works at Asheville’s Grove Park Inn and faces complex challenges including the deaths of close relatives, a tumultuous relationship, and suspicion in the disappearance of a diplomat’s child. The narrative includes mentions of death by suicide and child death.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Annette Saunooke Clapsaddle's Even As We Breathe captivates with its rich cultural depiction and poignant narrative, earning praise for its atmospheric setting and multifaceted characters. Critiques mention a sometimes slow-paced plot, but readers appreciate the unique historical context. Overall, a compelling read that offers a fresh perspective on WWII-era America.
Who Should Read Even As We Breathe?
Readers who enjoy Even As We Breathe by Annette Saunooke Clapsaddle are likely interested in Southern literature, WWII-era narratives, and Native American perspectives. Comparable to readers of Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens and The Night Watchman by Louise Erdrich, they appreciate richly woven tales of identity, resilience, and historical depth.