Literary Wives is an on-line book club that examines the meaning and role of wife in different books that have the word “wife” in the title. Every other month, we post and discuss a book with these two questions in mind: 1. What does this book say about wives or the experience of being a wife? … Continue reading Literary Wives: The Silent Wife
Category: Canadian Lit
Martin John by Anakana Schofield
We all wonder what is going on inside the mind of a sexual deviant, right? Harm was done./ But he liked it./ It was hard to credit that harm had been done when you liked it. This book is weird and uncomfortable. And the more you read, the more squirmy you will become. But, … Continue reading Martin John by Anakana Schofield
The Age by Nancy Lee
For my A-Z CanLit Project's letter 'N', I went with Nancy Lee. I thought about reading her story collection, Dead Girls, but decided to go with her novel, The Age. Has anyone read Dead Girls? In The Age, it is 1984, and there is a lot on the news about the threat of nuclear disaster. Gerry … Continue reading The Age by Nancy Lee
Top Ten Canadian Books on my Fall TBR
I have never before participated in Top Ten Tuesday, hosted by The Broke and the Bookish. I have fun reading everyone else's lists, and have often been tempted to join in. But, today, the topic is so easy, and has been something I've been thinking about anyway. So... The Top Ten (Canadian) books on my Fall … Continue reading Top Ten Canadian Books on my Fall TBR
Last Night in Montreal by Emily St. John Mandel
When I found out that The Socratic Salon was going to be discussing Last Night in Montreal, I decided to jump on board. Station Eleven was one of my favourite books last year, and I was curious about her others. This seemed like a good chance to check one out. The group who participated in … Continue reading Last Night in Montreal by Emily St. John Mandel
Two More Books About the Halifax Explosion: Tides of Honour and The Blue Tattoo
A few months ago, I read a book called Black Snow, a love story set during WWI and the Halifax Explosion. At around the same time, I heard about a new book coming out set during the same time and place, The Blue Tattoo. I even listed it in my Hopeful Reading List for 2015, … Continue reading Two More Books About the Halifax Explosion: Tides of Honour and The Blue Tattoo
Against A Darkening Sky by Lauren B. Davis
I have mentioned before my love for The Empty Room and Our Daily Bread. With this book, my admiration for Lauren B. Davis continues... I don't think I have ever read a book quite like this one before. It takes place in 7th century England, so long ago that it's hard to imagine what life might … Continue reading Against A Darkening Sky by Lauren B. Davis
The Woman Upstairs by Claire Messud
It is what you haven't done that will torment you. For me, The Woman Upstairs had a great start and a good end, but lagged in the middle. Her writing was wonderful throughout, which is what got me through all the art-talk, and Nora's internal dialogue about the Shahids and how they make her feel. … Continue reading The Woman Upstairs by Claire Messud
Green Gables Readalong: Rilla of Ingleside
Thank you, Lindsey, for hosting the Green Gables Readalong! I have had so much fun over the last 8 months re-visiting my favourite childhood books, and discussing them with other bloggers. Last, but by no means least, is Rilla of Ingleside. If you want to catch up on the rest, here are my reviews for the first … Continue reading Green Gables Readalong: Rilla of Ingleside
Interview with Cinda Gault, author of This Godforsaken Place
A few weeks ago, I read This Godforsaken Place by Cinda Gault. (My review.) I was on a short vacation at the time, and it was the perfect read for it; part adventure, part history, and lots of fun. Happily, Cinda Gault agreed to an interview with me via e-mail. Also, if you are in … Continue reading Interview with Cinda Gault, author of This Godforsaken Place
Consumed by Ink 