After I read the premise of this book, I knew that I would have to read it. I had to know; Why did he do it? How did they survive? What happened to make her come back? In 1976, at the age of 8, Peggy's father takes her far into the forest, and tells … Continue reading Our Endless Numbered Days by Claire Fuller
TBR Book Tag Fun
It's time to lighten things up a bit on this blog. I have been tagged by Eva @ The Paperback Princess to participate in the TBR Book Tag. Since my blog is mostly reviews, it's fun to branch off sometimes when I get a chance. It's always interesting to hear what other people/bloggers have on … Continue reading TBR Book Tag Fun
The Inconvenient Indian: A Curious Account of Native People in North America by Thomas King
Most of us think that history is the past. It's not. History is the stories we tell about the past. Those of you who have followed my blog for a while know that I don't read a lot of non-fiction. I can't help it- I just prefer fiction. So does Thomas King. Truth be … Continue reading The Inconvenient Indian: A Curious Account of Native People in North America by Thomas King
A Beauty by Connie Gault
I had no idea what to expect from A Beauty. Before this book, I had never heard of Connie Gault. But, when I read the premise, it sounded like something I would like, so I went with my instincts. And, I am happy that I did. The story: A Beauty takes us to the dry, dusty … Continue reading A Beauty by Connie Gault
Literary Love: In Honour of Valentine’s Day #2
Last year, I posted a list of books about different types of love in honour of Valentine's Day. It was fun to do, so this year I am going to do it again using books I have read more recently. Unrequited Love: Us Conductors by Sean Michaels I am an instrument. I am a … Continue reading Literary Love: In Honour of Valentine’s Day #2
All True Not A Lie In It by Alix Hawley: The Life of Daniel Boone
I was so taken in by this book, that when I was finished reading it I went straight to Wikipedia to get even more out of Daniel Boone's story, and the history of some of the other individuals involved in it. Not only was it a wonderful telling of the events of the first half of his life, it … Continue reading All True Not A Lie In It by Alix Hawley: The Life of Daniel Boone
The Stone Angel by Margaret Laurence
I have been meaning to read The Stone Angel for a long time. Reaching letter 'L' in my A-Z CanLit Challenge was the perfect chance to finally do it. It was a delight to finally get to know Hagar Shipley. Not that she is a delight. In fact, she is snarky and cantankerous, but that's … Continue reading The Stone Angel by Margaret Laurence
Love Letters of the Angel of Death by Jennifer Quist
It was only a matter of time before we found human remains. The earth is jammed with dead things. Everyone knows that. But this isn't just another day of tiptoeing through jelly fish on the beach or scrubbing smashed insects off the windshield. This is different. This is how we are first introduced to … Continue reading Love Letters of the Angel of Death by Jennifer Quist
Literary Wives: The Last Wife of Henry VIII by Carolly Erickson
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 … Continue reading Literary Wives: The Last Wife of Henry VIII by Carolly Erickson
The Many Faces of Anne of Green Gables
Lindsey at Reeder Reads is hosting a Green Gables Readalong, in which we will read one Anne book a month from January to August. I didn't even hesitate to jump on board for this one. Links to my reviews of the other 7 books: Anne of Avonlea, Anne of the Island, Anne of Windy Poplars, Anne's House … Continue reading The Many Faces of Anne of Green Gables
Consumed by Ink 