The first thing I noticed about The Party Wall, even before reading the first page, was the story/character sequence; ABACADABACADA. Intriguing, right? Then, after about four stories into it, I had no idea where any of it was going (a good thing). Even more enticing are the little clues giving us hints as to when … Continue reading Shadow Giller: The Party Wall by Catherine Leroux, translated by Lazer Lederhendler
‘Flannery’ by Lisa Moore and ‘Trapped In Ice’ by Eric Walters
Flannery by Lisa Moore I have to admit that when I saw that Lisa Moore's new book was written for young readers, I was disappointed. But, there was no need. I was sucked into this book from page one; Lisa Moore has a way with words and characters that still surprises me. Young and old readers … Continue reading ‘Flannery’ by Lisa Moore and ‘Trapped In Ice’ by Eric Walters
The 2016 Scotiabank Giller Prize Longlist
This is the 23rd anniversary of the Scotiabank Giller Prize, a prize that was founded in 1994 by Jack Rabinovitch in honour of his wife, the late literary journalist Doris Giller. The prize awards $100,000 annually to the author of the best Canadian novel or short story collection published in English, and $10,000 to each … Continue reading The 2016 Scotiabank Giller Prize Longlist
My Bookish (and not so Bookish) Summer 2016
The title of my post is inspired by the meme Bookish (and not so Bookish) Thoughts, which, as far as I can tell, originates at Bookishly Boisterous. 1) The annual book sale. This is usually in May, but this year it had new organizers, a new location, and a new time. But I was still … Continue reading My Bookish (and not so Bookish) Summer 2016
‘The Fortunate Brother’ by Donna Morrissey and ‘The Couple Next Door’ by Shari Lapena
The Fortunate Brother by Donna Morrissey Donna Morrissey is a well-known and accomplished author from Newfoundland (who now lives in Nova Scotia), and I'm embarrassed to admit that this was my first time reading one of her books. However, I am happy to say that I couldn't have been more pleased with my experience, and … Continue reading ‘The Fortunate Brother’ by Donna Morrissey and ‘The Couple Next Door’ by Shari Lapena
This Marlowe by Michelle Butler Hallett
I was lucky enough to win this book through a giveaway at 49th Shelf. Thanks to 49th Shelf for hosting the giveaway and to Goose Lane Editions for sending me the book! ************************** I couldn't be more impressed with the amount of knowledge and historical detail that went into the writing of this book. "Sweet Christ … Continue reading This Marlowe by Michelle Butler Hallett
Summer Reading: ‘The Naturalist’ and ‘The Mystics of Mile End’
The Naturalist by Alissa York Any woman might marvel at a feather, but it takes a special turn of mind to appreciate a scale. [Walter Ash] I was so excited about The Naturalist when I saw it was coming out. I mean, it has a turtle on the cover! Two years ago, her last … Continue reading Summer Reading: ‘The Naturalist’ and ‘The Mystics of Mile End’
Three Years With the Rat by Jay Hosking
I'll admit that I thought the title of this book was strange. But when I read the author's background, I was intrigued and hoped he had used a part of his neuroscience-y mind to write this book. He did, but not so much that the average reader can't follow what's going on. Just enough that … Continue reading Three Years With the Rat by Jay Hosking
Summer Reading: ‘The Boy at the Top of the Mountain’ and ‘City of Thieves’
Although these books are both set during WWII, they are completely different from one another. They are also both completely wonderful. Read them! The Boy at the Top of the Mountain by John Boyne Like everyone else, I read Boy in the Striped Pajamas when it first came out. But then I forgot all about … Continue reading Summer Reading: ‘The Boy at the Top of the Mountain’ and ‘City of Thieves’
Literary Wives: How To Be A Good Wife by Emma Chapman
Literary Wives is an on-line book club that examines the meaning and role of wife in different books. Every other month, we post and discuss a book with this question in mind: What does this book say about wives or about the experience of being a wife? Don’t forget to check out the other members of Literary … Continue reading Literary Wives: How To Be A Good Wife by Emma Chapman
Consumed by Ink 