Daniel Sobieck

Mad Grass Daniel Sobieck

Kelly needs clarity, she needs something-anything-right and real and true. But she couldn't find it, not in the hot sands of Afghanistan or here in the cool breezes of the Turtle Mountains. Can she find it in her past?

Here is the story of a battle-weary young Métis woman's quest to reconnect with her culture, save her lost brother, and solve a family mystery over 150 years old. Rejecting her Métis culture, she found a home in the United States Marine Corps until forced to leave. Now she will search across North Dakota to find the site of the long-forgotten Battle of Grand Coteau, a desperate Métis stand against overwhelming hostile forces. What is her connection to this lopsided battle? Can a hidden gravesite here help her find peace and save her brother?

Based on actual events that occurred near North Dakota's Maison du Chien (Dog Den Butte)-one of the most remarkable triumphs in Métis history.