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
Everything, Everything by Nicola Yoon
"The greatest risk is not taking one." Everything, Everything is a new twist on the theme 'boy meets girl'. In this case, Madeline has an immodeficiency disease called SCID. She has just turned 18 and has never been outside her house. She has been happy all this time to hang out at home with her … Continue reading Everything, Everything by Nicola Yoon
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 Midwife of Hope River by Patricia Harman
This book was recommended to me by a friend about a year ago. It's a story about a midwife who is working in the Appalachian region during the Depression. Most people have come upon hard times, and she goes from patient to patient without knowing if she will even get paid. To make matters worse, … Continue reading The Midwife of Hope River by Patricia Harman
Miss Emily by Nuala O’Connor
C.J. from ebookclassics was kind enough to pass along her copy of Miss Emily to me after she was done reading it (her review). She had a hunch it might be something I would like, and she was right. Thanks, C.J.! I read Miss Emily way back in July on one of our camping trips, … Continue reading Miss Emily by Nuala O’Connor
Endless Shores, Endless Books
Last year I wrote about all my book buying adventures between May and September. One of the used book stores (Endless Shores in Bridgetown, NS) is one that we go to most years when we are camping in our favourite spot. It's located very near the laundromat, so we browse the book … Continue reading Endless Shores, Endless Books
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
A Visit to Lunenburg, Nova Scotia
On the long weekend, we went to Lunenburg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and before taking off again, I felt the urge to share. 🙂 Enjoy the rest of your summer, and see you at the end of August!
Consumed by Ink 