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The Rez Cycle is a series of works by Canadian writer Tomson Highway, who is Cree, spanning from 1986 to 1999. The series includes plays and a book, exploring themes rooted in Indigenous life and culture. It is set in northern Canada and focuses on the experiences and stories of Indigenous people.

Publication order

In the order the books were originally released.

  1. The Rez Sisters

    1986 · Tomson Highway

    The Rez Sisters is a two-act play by Canadian writer Tomson Highway (Cree), first performed on November 26, 1986, by Act IV Theatre Company and…

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  2. Dry Lips Oughta Move to Kapuskasing

    1989 · Tomson Highway

    Dry Lips Oughta Move to Kapuskasing is a play by Canadian writer Tomson Highway, who is Cree. It premiered in 1989 at Theatre Passe-Muraille in…

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  3. Rose

    1999 · Tomson Highway

    Rose is a 1999 book by Tomson Highway. It is part of the series Rez Cycle.

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Frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Rez Cycle books in?

Read them in publication order, starting with “The Rez Sisters”. Start with “The Rez Sisters.”

How many books are in the Rez Cycle series?

We list 3 books by Tomson Highway , published between 1986–1999.

Where can I buy the Rez Cycle books?

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Reading order compiled from author/publisher guidance and verified bibliographic data. Spotted a wrong order, a missing book, or any other mistake? and we'll correct it.