I don't know of a better indication that a book is well written, and succeeds at connecting with its readers than when the reader falls in love with one of its characters. Chad Pelley has given me my latest literary crush. It's been a while; I was due for one. Thanks, Chad! Cohen Davies has a lot going … Continue reading Every Little Thing by Chad Pelley
Hausfrau by Jill Alexander Essbaum
Love is a fire. But whether it is going to warm your hearth or burn down your house, you can never tell. -Joan Crawford It has taken me a while to figure out what I want to say about this book. Hausfrau tells the story of an American woman named Anna living in Switzerland with her … Continue reading Hausfrau by Jill Alexander Essbaum
Cookbook Confessions and Salad Love by David Bez
One thing most of you don't know about me (until now) is that I love to read cookbooks. From cover to cover, like a novel. I am much better now, but I used to ask for cookbooks almost as much as other kinds of books. They are just so pretty and delicious and hard to … Continue reading Cookbook Confessions and Salad Love by David Bez
A Measure of Light by Beth Powning
I have mentioned before my love for The Sea Captain's Wife, here and, now, here. When I heard that Beth Powning had a new book coming out, I couldn't wait to read it. From the pages of early American history, a novel about an indomitable woman who defies prejudice, the conventions of marriage and the threat of the … Continue reading A Measure of Light by Beth Powning
Triple Choice Tuesday at Reading Matters
Triple Choice Tuesday is a regular feature that Kim at Reading Matters has on her blog. She invites bloggers, writers, and readers to share three books that have meant a lot to them at some point in their lives. It's a fun way to share books with other readers. I am happy to say that … Continue reading Triple Choice Tuesday at Reading Matters
Dead Wake: The Last Crossing of the Lusitania by Erik Larson
Unmistakable and invulnerable, a floating village in steel, the Lusitania glided by in the night as a giant black shadow cast upon the sea. In Dead Wake, Larson sets up all the major players for us; the White House, the British Admiralty, the German U-Boats, Captain Turner with his crew and passengers. He then meticulously draws out … Continue reading Dead Wake: The Last Crossing of the Lusitania by Erik Larson
Quotes From Canada – Canadian Non-fiction
Jennifer from Literal Life brought this article in The Globe and Mail to my attention about the difficulties of finding enough funds for Canadian non-fiction writers to write their books. Some of the big non-fiction books in Canada have only come about because they have received international funding. It saddens me to think about the … Continue reading Quotes From Canada – Canadian Non-fiction
Reading The Reluctant Journal of Henry K. Larsen To My Son
I still read aloud to my 11-year-old son at bedtime. We do it because he still loves it, so we have just never stopped, but here are a few other good reasons to do it. We have read so many good books together over the years, including all 7 Harry Potter books, the Narnia books, Dragon … Continue reading Reading The Reluctant Journal of Henry K. Larsen To My Son
Green Gables Readalong: Anne of Avonlea
Lindsey at Reeder Reads is hosting a Green Gables Readalong, in which we are reading one Anne book a month between January and August. This month we are talking about Anne of Avonlea. Anne of Avonlea fills us in on the two years in which Anne is living at home while teaching at the Avonlea school (age … Continue reading Green Gables Readalong: Anne of Avonlea
When the Saints by Sarah Mian
Is it possible to redeem a family name that has been a curse word for generations? When I first came across this book, and saw that it was from an Atlantic Canadian author, I took note of it. Then, I saw this glowing review of it at The Star, and I knew I wanted to read … Continue reading When the Saints by Sarah Mian
Consumed by Ink 