This time we're gone for 2 weeks. I might pop in a couple of times if I get a chance, but otherwise, I'll see you in September! Happy Reading!
Month: August 2014
Sweetland by Michael Crummey
Ever since I heard that a new book was coming out by Michael Crummey, I have been excited about it. I have been known to gush about him before; here and here; and he also made this list. With Sweetland, Crummey has done it again. He has written a story about an old man who doesn't … Continue reading Sweetland by Michael Crummey
Quotes From Canada; L.M. Montgomery
Summer always reminds me of the time I spent with Anne Shirley when I was young. Here are a few quotes from Anne: It's been my experience that you can nearly always enjoy things if you make up your mind firmly that you will. True friends are always together in spirit. I believe the nicest … Continue reading Quotes From Canada; L.M. Montgomery
No Relation by Terry Fallis
No Relation has been near the top of the charts here in Canada, and all the reviews I have read have been sunny and bright. It's a good thing I don't have to come on here and disagree with everyone. Earnest Hemmingway was having a bad day. He lost his job, his girlfriend, and his wallet. Many … Continue reading No Relation by Terry Fallis
Life Drawing by Robin Black
Life. It begins and begins and begins. An infinite number of times. It is all beginnings until the end comes. Sometimes we know it and sometimes we do not, but at every moment life begins again. I didn't want to put this book down. Something about it sucked me in right from the start. This … Continue reading Life Drawing by Robin Black
