A slower paced book that took its time getting there. I found the authors choice to have a repetitive cadence to the story to be interesting. It almosA slower paced book that took its time getting there. I found the authors choice to have a repetitive cadence to the story to be interesting. It almost made it feel more realistic to me? Perhaps it was the first person POV coupled with the author choosing to have his main character share his name that really contributed to the realism of this one? I really can't put my finger on it, but I certainly got "based on a true event" vibes from this one.....I appreciated the authors notes at the conclusion of the novel as well....more
A novel that will resonate with readers of cosmic horror. The author presented an interesting story concept, mixing First Nations beliefs with LovecraA novel that will resonate with readers of cosmic horror. The author presented an interesting story concept, mixing First Nations beliefs with Lovecraftian imagery, something I personally have never read before and was very intrigued by. I enjoyed the character development that was happening and found the characters to be well rounded and believable. I did find myself struggling to stay engaged with the story at times as the author really seems to enjoy demonstrating his mastery of descriptive language and is not afraid of the thesaurus. While I did enjoy the world building that the author crafted, I found the writing style to just be a bit too over the top and distracting for my tastes. A big thank you to NetGalley and the author for allowing me to read an advanced review copy of this title free of charge. I"m leaving an honest review voluntarily....more
I appreciated the author setting his book in Canada as it's always fun to read about home. It was done well but would have been even more interesting I appreciated the author setting his book in Canada as it's always fun to read about home. It was done well but would have been even more interesting if there were any actual Canadian characters..... I did enjoy the combination of European and First Nations traditional belief systems. Great action sequences and the characters were well developed if perhaps a touch stereotypical. Overall a fun and recommended read....more
A well crafted story that was expertly narrated in the audio book presentation. The ability that the author has to weave a mysterious tale with horrifA well crafted story that was expertly narrated in the audio book presentation. The ability that the author has to weave a mysterious tale with horrific elements all the while keeping a distinctly indigenous feel to storytelling was masterful. ...more
A much appreciated installment in the Mercy Thompson series. I love these characters so much! I like the merging of so many different belief systems iA much appreciated installment in the Mercy Thompson series. I love these characters so much! I like the merging of so many different belief systems in a way that seems respectful while still being entertaining. I would have liked to spend more time with the pack, but really had fum with this one. ...more
Wow! That was amazing! I loved the continuation of the story begun in "Frostbite". I have placed this one on my Oh Canada shelf not because it was wriWow! That was amazing! I loved the continuation of the story begun in "Frostbite". I have placed this one on my Oh Canada shelf not because it was written by a Canadian, but rather because it takes place in Canada ( and not enough books are in my Canadian opinion). The inclusion of indigenous belief systems was done with skill and was a welcome addition. This took a whole new look at werewolf lore, a re imagining of sorts, that blew my mind! Such a fun read!...more
A gem of a horror tale. I loved the tone of this one. The characters were very believable in their flaws and the dialogue was very well done. I liked A gem of a horror tale. I loved the tone of this one. The characters were very believable in their flaws and the dialogue was very well done. I liked the respectful nods to first nations myth and culture as well. Excellent pacing and just the right amount of violence and gore...not over the top, but enough to be noticed....more
A brutal and thought provoking story. This is an example of modern horror as it should be. The author was able to incorporate some very current issuesA brutal and thought provoking story. This is an example of modern horror as it should be. The author was able to incorporate some very current issues (homophobia, religious zealotry, and First Nations experience) into her narrative while maintaining a level of readability that gives this the potential of being a best seller. Excellent character development and a tone of desperation move this survival horror thriller along at a fantastic pace. Thank you to Book Sirens for providing me with an advanced readers copy of this title free of charge. I'm leaving an honest review voluntarily....more
What a fun and horrific adventure in the swamp lands of Florida. This one will certainly appeal to lovers of 80's style horror. It was a well paced stWhat a fun and horrific adventure in the swamp lands of Florida. This one will certainly appeal to lovers of 80's style horror. It was a well paced story that did a good job in establishing characters that were believable and didn't feel like stereotypes or tropes. I would recommend this to those who enjoy First Nations story lines and creepy kid tropes. Thank you to BookSirens and the author for providing me with a copy of this title free of charge. I am leaving my honest review voluntarily....more
Amazing! So good, in fact, that I found myself rationing my listening time to make the experience last just a little bit longer. This was a story that Amazing! So good, in fact, that I found myself rationing my listening time to make the experience last just a little bit longer. This was a story that explores grief, family relationships and forgiveness. The storytelling was fantastic with touches of the humour I have come to expect from first nations narratives. I really liked the exploration of family dynamics mostly set in Northern Alberta. The horror/ paranormal element was very well done and again reflected the Cree nation and belief systems. I would love to read more by this author! ...more
I think the story here is a good one but I also think I would have enjoyed the book more if I had not listened to the audio book version. I found the I think the story here is a good one but I also think I would have enjoyed the book more if I had not listened to the audio book version. I found the narrator to have a beautifully deep voice but it did not lend itself well to the female characters. They either came across sounding all whinny or gravely ( like 5 packs a day gravely). Perhaps I will try for a re read of the physical book..........more
A candid and disturbing memoire of a residential school survivor. This brave, first hand account really drives home the scope of impact that the abuseA candid and disturbing memoire of a residential school survivor. This brave, first hand account really drives home the scope of impact that the abuses suffered by survivors has had on individuals as well as the Indigenous People. ...more
A must read for every Canadian. This is an honest, scary and brutal look at The Indian Act and the impact it has had on the Indigenous Peoples of CanaA must read for every Canadian. This is an honest, scary and brutal look at The Indian Act and the impact it has had on the Indigenous Peoples of Canada. I AM SORRY. Yes, I have shouted....more
Eden Robinson is a gifted storyteller that has created something magical. A raw and uncensored look at the experiences of an Indigenous youth as he grEden Robinson is a gifted storyteller that has created something magical. A raw and uncensored look at the experiences of an Indigenous youth as he grows up and into his birthright. This is an amazing and powerful coming of age story with a heavy dose of urban fantasy and I am soooo excited to see where this series goes next! ...more
What a great begining to a new series! I love the characters and the world building going on here. The only thing I wish was included would be a transWhat a great begining to a new series! I love the characters and the world building going on here. The only thing I wish was included would be a translation of the Navajo words included in a phonetic alphabet. I loved the inclusion of the Navajo language as it really made the experience authentic but I know that, in my mind, I am terribly mispronouncing all of it. I would love the ability to read the words and know that I was being true to the language. I do really look forward to the next in the series!...more
Eden Robinson has such a gift for storytelling. I found this book to be a gripping page turner even though it was not action based. The characters areEden Robinson has such a gift for storytelling. I found this book to be a gripping page turner even though it was not action based. The characters are incredibly well developed. There were moments in this story that had me laughing out loud, holding my breath in anticipation, feeling angry, and overwhelmingly sad. Sometimes all in one chapter. I am now waiting in anticipation of the next in the trilogy. ...more
Book two in the Jill Kismet series and it did not disappoint. I am really enjoying the gritty feel of these novels. A strong and very flawed main charBook two in the Jill Kismet series and it did not disappoint. I am really enjoying the gritty feel of these novels. A strong and very flawed main charater makes for very exciting reading in the genre of paranormal that is not heavy on the romance or eroticism. This series is shaping up to be on my favorites list for a good long time....more
Wow...I am so glad that I stumbled across this series! Jill, the wonderfully flawed main character is so well written. I didn't always like her but I Wow...I am so glad that I stumbled across this series! Jill, the wonderfully flawed main character is so well written. I didn't always like her but I really wanted to know what would happen to her next. This is not a romance novel like so many other books in the paranormal genre. So if thats what you are looking for don't look here but if you want an action packed paranormal read this could be exactally what you've been searching for....more
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