May 2023
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Raybearer and Afrofuturism
Raybearer by Jordan Ifueko almost immediately stands out, with the opening lines “I shouldn’t have been…
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Thriller Meets Historical Fiction with Ever-Important Themes in Small Mercies
Dennis Lehane is a master story teller. He has a crisply elegant way with words and…
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What Lies in the Woods Brings Humanity to a Gripping Crime Story
Serial killers are never forgotten. Their names are written in the headlines. They are given catchy…
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Catch the Buzz this World Bee Day
First things first, bees are wonderful. It’s hard to imagine an insect more familiar and beloved…
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Celebrate Museums on Museum Day and Beyond
May 18th is Museum Day and I love museums! They truly are one of my favourite…
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Vera Wong’s Unsolicited Advice for Murderers is a Cozy Crime Mystery
If you are looking for a novel featuring a standout female main character for your Mother’s…
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Queen of Romance Reigns with Happy Place
It’s almost summertime which means it’s the perfect time for a new book by the current…
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Events and Reads for Your Journey This Science Odyssey
Ongoing in the community right now is Science Odyssey! This couple-of-weeks long event “celebrates Canadian achievements…
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Go As A River is a Beautifully Tragic Story of Love and Loss
Go As A River reads as the title suggests… like a river. I felt no need…
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Holly Black Proves Her Mastery of High Fantasy with Stolen Heir
No one writes high fantasy like Holly Black. She can weave an entire world together using…