Immerse yourself in the past with captivating Canadian historical fiction novels this summer. CBC Books has curated a selection ranging from 17th century Quebec to 1911 China and Montreal during Expo ’67, offering a diverse array of settings and time periods to explore.
Wild People Quiet by Tara Gereaux
Transport yourself to 1940s Saskatchewan in Wild People Quiet, where Florence, a Métis woman, conceals her heritage in a predominantly white town. Her encounter with Métis farm workers forces her to confront her past and make crucial decisions about her future.
Tara Gereaux, a member of the Métis Nation-Saskatchewan, resides in Regina and is the acclaimed author of Saltus and Size of a Fist, recognized as finalists for Saskatchewan Book Awards.
Liberty Street by Heather Marshall
Step into 1961 Toronto with Liberty Street, where an aspiring journalist at Chatelaine magazine uncovers a dark secret at a women’s prison. Decades later, a detective investigating unearthed remains stumbles upon a chilling connection with personal implications.
Heather Marshall, also known for Looking For Jane and The Secret History of Audrey James, calls the outskirts of Toronto home.
Treat Them As Buffalo by Blair Palmer Yoxall
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