# Son of a Trickster (The Trickster trilogy)

**Author:** Eden Robinson

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### Description:
Shortlisted for the Scotiabank Giller Prize, _Son of a Trickster_ is a coming-of-age novel blending humour with heartbreak. Everyday teen existence meets indigenous beliefs, family dynamics, and absurdities. Meet Jared—16 years old, a burnout kid dealing with a chaotic life and the unpredictable love of his mom, while navigating his own quest for identity.

Jared is often on his own, grappling with his family's dysfunction, yet possesses a deep compassion for those around him, revealing a narrative of struggle, strength, and mythic connections.

### Key Themes:
- Family Dynamics
- Indigenous Beliefs
- Coming-of-Age
- Compassion

You think you know Jared, but you don't.