Killers of the Flower Moon: The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI

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Killers of the Flower Moon by David Grann

291 pages

What’s it about?

This novel sheds light on a number of murders committed on the Osage Indian Nation in the 1920's. After oil is discovered on Osage tribal lands many wealthy Osage Indians are targeted for murder. Most cases were never discovered or prosecuted.

What did it make me think about?

How racism can truly leave a whole group of people powerless- even people with resources.

Should I read it?

This was an easy to read slice of history. It reminded me of the dangers of racism and also just how badly Native Americans were treated.

Quote-

"The Osage were considered the wealthiest people per capital in the world. 'Lo and behold!' The New York weekly Outlook exclaimed. 'The Indian, instead of starving to death....enjoys a steady income that turns bankers green with envy.'"



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Knowing this is a true story, it has haunted me ever since I read it. There is such evil exposed in the telling of this historical tale.

I’m glad I read this nonfiction account about the murders of the Osage Indians who were murdered for their wealth. I struggled with the writing style as it was a bit dry and there were too many characters to keep track of in the book.

Fascinating telling of yet another shameful chapter in America's history of murderous greed.

Powerfully moving and a devastating true story.