"This is a compelling and compassionate revelation of the eternal violence against Native women. It is a call to action for all of us."―The Honorable Ada E. Deer, former Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs and enrolled Menominee

"Sarah Deer breaks down how the United States’ addiction to violence and capitalism only sustains the subjugation and exploitation of Indigenous women. As a survivor, I am thankful for Deer’s insight and theories on creating Indigenous frameworks of justice for victims, their families, and their communities."―Radmilla Cody, singer and advocate for anti-violence

"The Beginning and End of Rape documents the brutal history and contemporary reality of how rape has been used and continues to be used against Native women by the federal government to create a cultural implosion of destruction for generations. Rape, burn, and pillage continues when Native American women do not have equal protection of the law extended to us."―Charon Asetoyer, Executive Director, Native American Women’s Health Education Resource Center

"An incisive and imperative academic study."―Kirkus Reviews

"Deer is extremely thorough in her discussions of the history of rape law and its failings. She explores the meaning of rape in American society from a woman’s point of view. And she presents some possible strategies to begin to create equity, justice, and healing for victims of rape."―Indian Country Today

"The Beginning and End of Rape will change the way we as Native people approach sexual violence in our communities and the way tribal courts protect and advocate for victims. I have no doubt the book will become the new standard in social justice circles and will be required reading everywhere from online spaces to classrooms and courtrooms. "―Native Peoples

"There is much for everyone to learn in this incisive, compelling, and thought-provoking volume."―Women’s Review of Books

"An outstanding work that not only explains why rape in Indian country has reached epidemic levels but also provides readers with practical solutions. Highly recommended. "―CHOICE

"The Beginning and End of Rape marks an important contribution to growing scholarship around issues of gendered violence. Sarah Deer’s contribution is unique and pathbreaking."―Against the Current

"I definitely recommend it for those working with, or advocating for Native American wellness."―Tribal College Journal

"The work is significant for what it reveals."―Native American and Indigenous Studies Journal

"Author Sarah Deer speaks from experience beginning with her hands-on services to women and spanning her years of legal work, teaching, and consultation. The book provides a wealth of historical and legal research and analysis, delivered with a tone of passion for healing and justice."―Tribal College Journal

"The Beginning and End of Rape is a superb study about the complex subject of tribal criminal jurisdiction over the crime of rape committed against American Indian women by both Indian and non-Indian perpetrators in Indian Country. This book offers new ideas and approaches for handling sexual violence and healing in Indian Country."―Wicazo Sa Review

"The history and future of Indigenous sovereignty takes up a critical place in Sarah Deer’s book."―The Review of Politics

Sarah Deer, a 2014 MacArthur Fellow, has worked to end violence against women for more than twenty years. She began as a volunteer in a rape victim advocacy program and later received her JD with a Tribal Lawyer Certificate from the University of Kansas School of Law. She is a professor of law at William Mitchell College of Law in St. Paul, Minnesota. She is coauthor of three textbooks on tribal law and coeditor of Sharing Our Stories of Survival: Native Women Surviving Violence.