“What remains most striking is the unexpected gift of the heavy understory of Susan Supernaw’s spiritual tests. Throughout the telling, she remains straightforward and mesmerizing.”—Joy Harjo, U.S. poet laureate and Mvskoke Creek writer
“A unique story, but also an iconic American story, it is inspiring and heartbreaking, and ultimately redemptive. Susan Supernaw is living testimony to the triumph of the human spirit as well as the strength of Native American culture.”—Roxanne Dunbar-Ortiz, author of Red Dirt: Growing Up Okie
“This is a riveting story about resilience and strength. Susan Supernaw opens the door into the beauty of the Native American spirit as a young girl who triumphs in spite of tough circumstances. It’s also the best of the Miss America story—not about who wins a crown but about who is helped to become all she is called to be.”—Jane Jayroe, author of More Grace than Glamour: My Life as Miss America and Beyond
"A worthy addition to the American Indian Lives series and an uplifting story of one Native woman's ability to rise above poverty and prejudice."—Deborah Donovan, Booklist
“A compelling and inspirational. . . . It is the memoir of a woman who struggles to find her identity as an American Indian woman in the face of racism, emotional turmoil, and physical handicap. . . . The book is easy to read, and the story is fascinating.”—Sunu Kodumthara, Chronicles of Oklahoma
"Muscogee Daughter would be a strong choice for a book group, or for readers interested in contemporary Native American memoirs. Supernaw's life story is compelling—not only because of her one-of-a-kind experience, but also because of her ability to appeal to a universal readership."—Claire Rudy Foster, Foreword
"A surprise and a delight to read."—Betty Lytle, NewsOK.com
"While recounting her journey to compete for the Miss America crown, Susan remains focused on what is most important and never forgets the many people who helped her along the way. This is a charming story of perseverance and spiritual growth."—Sandy Amazeen, Monstersandcritics.com
