From the Ashes by Jesse Thistle is a 2020 Canada reads finalist battling in Canada’s “literary Survivor,” for the one book the country should read. The one book to bring focus to Canada. From the Ashes is the first book I read of the 5 finalists chosen this year and I have to say I think …
The Girl with the Louding Voice by Abi Daré is one not to missed!! I loved everything about this story and character!! The Girl with the Louding Voice is a powerfully unforgettable story about an extraordinary 14-year-old Nigerian girl’s journey in finding her louding voice to use it to do better, do more. To fight for …
Saving Ruby King by Catherine Adel West is a powerful story that explores some heavier topics with trauma and domestic violence while weaving a mystery with a family saga that spans over decades, bonds and loyalty through friendship and gives a voice to racial injustice. Through the voices of a few characters, Catherine Adel West …
Book Club Gem!!! This is a June pick for many book clubs, including The Traveling Friends Goodreads Reading Group! It makes for such a fantastic group read as it is timely, and there is so much to think about and discuss. As a reader, I love stories that allow me to think for myself and …
