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Now that we are in July, the next #OhCanada read has started - In My Own Moccasins by Helen Knott. The first time we are exploring a memoir. This is a bi-monthly read so it will go until end of August. A few discussion points will be posted at the end for those who wish to participate. All are welcome to join in this easy going buddy read where we discover Canadian authors.

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I started both of these last night. I just think they go together.

Very interesting comic.

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Enjoy!

Scores from the book swap last Friday night on my walk home after pole rehearsal.

Heart Berries, by Terese Marie Mailhot (2018 🇨🇦)
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Premise: An unflinchingly honest memoir about growing up and living with abuse and mental illness while Indigenous

Review: This memoir takes a no holds barred # approach and I think is much better for it. Mailhot bares all here, in all her intelligence and education and all her trauma, illness, and heartbreak. Cont.

Just when I quit seeking Viking vibes and was just enjoying what is woven into this story, I've begun encountering Viking elements.

This book now has everything I expected. The Indigenous POV, a Viking conquered world, the steampunk vibes, magic, and the Dragons.

The descriptions of the different kinds of Dragon breeds and what their strengths are... absolutely fascinating.

On Page 105 of 511 🐉📚💝.

Frank is summoned by the alcoholic father he has met only a few times in his 16 years, and who managed to disappoint him every time. He learns that his father is dying and wants Frank to take him to his final resting place. During their days together Frank learns who his father is and gains an understanding of his own life. It seemed like a simple, straightforward story until I grasped the torrent of the emotions pouring out of me. Loved it.

This Viking ruled world continues to feel more English than Nordic or Scottish?? Perhaps this rule comes from the Normans?? I'm enjoying this nonetheless 🐉📚💝. On Page 81

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3⭐️ Thought it was ok; need to read it with a reader‘s guide to understand it better #2025 #nonfiction #indigenous #bookclub

Another journey story, this time for a new home, a safe place when the world you knew has ended and doubt is everywhere. I particularly enjoyed Rice‘s descriptions of the Ontario landscape and the way nature had crept back into previously man-made spaces. At risk from roving bands of mercenaries as well as Nature herself, this journey takes a weaving path to safety, and to home. Beautifully written and starkly lovely.