This is a beautiful little tear-jerker of a story about cultural identity, loss, and the difficult decisions faced by those who would lead their people. Resnick does a surprisingly good job of building empathy for a protagonist who must make unconscionable decisions to ensure the survival of his tribe. If you've ever thought you might want to grow up to be a witch-doctor, this is the story that will talk some sense into you. Seek it out, it will be worth the effort. ( )