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Immigrant cityby David Bezmozgis David Bezmozgis, the writer who brought us the “pointed, emotionally resonant tales” of Natasha and Other Stories, brings us a new collection, his first in more than a decade. In these deeply-felt, slyly humorous stories, Bezmozgis pleads no special causes but presents immigrant characters with all their contradictions and complexities, their earnest and divided hearts. Genre: Canadian fiction; Short stories; Themes: The Immigrant Experience Character: Complex Tone: Reflective, Thought-provoking, Wry
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The homecoming by Andrew PyperThe Homecoming is at once a gripping mystery, a chilling exploration of how our memories can both define and betray us, and a riveting page-turner that will have you questioning your very existence. Genre: Canadian fiction; Psychological suspense; Themes: Family gatherings; Trapped! Character: Complex Pace: Intensifying Tone: Creepy; Menacing; Suspenseful
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The gownby Jennifer RobsonWhen Heather Mackenzie discovers that the embroidered flowers among her grandmother's possessions are the same pattern from Queen Elizabeth II's wedding gown, she sets out to discover why they were in her possession.Genre: Canadian fiction; Family sagasThemes: Web of connectionsStoryline: Intricately plottedWriting Style: Engaging; Richly detailed
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An insightful and uplifting memoir about a young Haitian girl in post-earthquake Haiti, and the profound, life-changing effect she had on one journalist's life. It recounts a journalist’s voyage into the poorest country in the Western hemisphere, hit by the greatest natural disaster in modern history, and the fraught, messy realities of international aid. It is about hope, kindness, heartbreak, and the modest but meaningful difference one person can make. Genre: Autobiographies and memoirs; Tone: Hopeful; Moving Writing Style: Candid; Thoughtful
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The art of leaving : a memoir by Ayelet TsabariA memoir in essays by the award-winning author of The Best Place on Earth discusses the early loss of the author's father, her mandated military service and her struggles with identity as an Israeli of Yemeni descent.Genre: Autobiographies and memoirs; Canadian literature;Storyline: Own voicesTone: MovingWriting Style: Candid
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Cujo : the untold story of my life on and off the ice by Curtis JosephIn this revealing memoir, NHL superstar Curtis Joseph, known affectionately to hockey fans around the world as Cujo, talks about his highly unusual upbringing and what led him to put on his first pair of skates. Genre: Autobiographies and memoirs; Sports and Competition
Tone: Reflective Writing Style: Engaging, Candid
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On the head of a pin by Janet KelloughAmidst the turmoil following the 1837 Mackenzie Rebellion, preacher Thaddeus Lewis investigates the mysterious death of young girls in Upper Canada, one of which was his own daughter.Genre: Canadian fiction; Historical mysteries; Mysteries Character: Well-developed Storyline: Character-driven Tone: Atmospheric; Suspenseful Writing Style: Compelling
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Wishful seeingby Janet KelloughWhen a dead body is discovered on an isolated island in Rice Lake and a woman stands accused of the murder, Thaddeus is sent on a desperate hunt for the truth.Genre: Canadian fiction; Historical mysteries; MysteriesCharacter: Well-developedStoryline: Character-drivenTone: Atmospheric; SuspensefulWriting Style: Compelling
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Seven days by Patrick SenécalWhen Dr. Bruno Hamel's seven-year-old daughter falls victim to a heinous crime, he sets in motion a plan to kidnap the man responsible.Genre: French Canadian fiction; Horror; TranslationsThemes: Payback; Real-life monstersCharacter: TwistedTone: Disturbing; ViolentWriting Style: Compelling "This book is not for the faint of heart. The book blurb teases that it is for fans of Stephen King’s Misery but Annie Wilkes will look like an angel after you see the havoc Dr Bruno Hamel wreaks in Patrick Senécal’s Seven Days. Senécal leads the reader on a tense, stomach-churning journey to see if the man who claims he has nothing left to lose will get his redemption. Or will it leave him an empty shell of a man?" -- Julie
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