Books matching: northern ontario setting
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Save:Crow Lake by Mary Lawson is a poignant and beautifully written story about family dynamics, loss, and coming of age in rural Ontario. The narrative follows Kate, the main character, as she reflects on her childhood after her parents' tragic death and the impact it had on her and her siblings. The book delves into themes of sibling relationships, survival, and the struggles of growing up in an isolated farming community. Lawson's writing style is described as lyrical, evocative, and emotionally engaging, capturing the grief and healing process in a compelling manner.
When the end came, it seemed to do so completely out of the blue, and it wasn’t until long afterward that I was able to see that there was a chain of events leading up to it. Some of those events had ... - #2
Save:A Change in Tide by Freya Barker is an emotionally uplifting story about loss, love, and adapting to new realities. The book follows the lives of Jared Kesla, a retired NHL player seeking a quieter life away from the paparazzi, and Mia, a woman living in seclusion to cope with her past traumas. Their paths cross, leading to a transformative journey of healing and rediscovery. Freya Barker's writing style is praised for its ability to convey deep emotions and create vivid imagery, making the story feel like a movie playing out in the reader's mind.
His cottage—although it can hardly be qualified as such anymore—is clear across the small inlet from me on Spence Lake. Frank and Harriet, the former owners, decided to sell and move closer to their g... - #3
Save:"Moon of the Crusted Snow" by Waubgeshig Rice is a post-apocalyptic novel set in a remote Anishinaabe community in northern Ontario. The story follows Evan Whitesky and his family as they navigate the sudden loss of electricity, cell phone service, and contact with the outside world. As the community faces a harsh winter and the arrival of white strangers, tensions rise, survival becomes uncertain, and the characters must confront the challenges of the new world they find themselves in. The writing style is described as spare yet effective, with a focus on building tension and creating a sense of foreboding that keeps readers engaged.
A crack echoed through the boreal landscape, a momentary chaos in the still afternoon air. In the near distance, a large bull moose fell to its side. Evan Whitesky stood and looped his rifle around hi...
