Book Reviews/A Writing Journey
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Blackout is about characters who travel back in time to view different historical events during World War II, but after they arrive, there’s a mess up in the time travel lab, and they find themselves stuck in Oxford, England. Continue reading “Connie Willis’ — Blackout and All Clear*****”
This week, instead of sharing a five out of five novel, I’m posting a children’s story from Calgary’s Centre for Global Community’s new division — Humainologie. This charity uses art, including film to spread empathy, increase inclusion and reduce discrimination. You can find their short films on their website — humainologie.com
This is a daunting tale of Maori settlers along New Zealand’s Bay of Plenty in the late 1700s. As the population expands, the need for more resources and the tribe’s ability to fight against neighbouring tribes is paramount.
This is an accurate account of Maori life and cultural beliefs before the onslaught of the Pakeha invasion.
Because Li’s father has lost his fortune in Malaysia, he reluctantly asks his daughter to become a ghost bride to a rich family whose son has recently died. While this is a strange arrangement, the marriage will mean she has a home for life.
This is a unique and strange tale of Li’s discovery of the spirit world around the secrets of both families.
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