Women Talking – Miriam Toews

Women Talking by Miriam Toews

My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Received: Publisher
Published: August 21th, 2018
Publisher: Knopf Canada
Recommended Age: 14+
Pacing: Normal
Genres & Themes: Adult, Patriarchy, Feminism, Based on True Events

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The novel takes place over forty-eight hours, as eight women gather in secret in a neighbour’s barn while the men are in a nearby town posting bail for the attackers. They have come together to debate, on behalf of all the women and children in the community, whether to stay or leave before the men return. Taking minutes is the one man trusted and invited by the women to witness the conversation–a former outcast whose own surprising story is revealed as the women speak.

The Science of Breakable Things – Tae Keller

The Science of Breakable Things by Tae Keller

My rating: 3 of 5 stars
Received: Publisher
Published: March 6th, 2018
Publisher: Random House BFYR
Recommended Age: 8+
Pacing: Normal
Genres & Themes: Middle Grade, Realistic Fiction, Family, Mental Illness, Friendship

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An emotionally-charged new classic about the science of hope, love, and miracles! Natalie’s uplifting story of using the scientific process to “save” her mother from depression is sure to take root in readers’ hearts!