“She's no lady. Her songs are all unbelievably unhappy or lewd. It's called Blues. She sings about sore feet, sexual relations, baked goods, killing your lover, being broke, men called Daddy, women who dress like men, working, praying for rain. Jail and trains. Whiskey and morphine. She tells stories between verses and everyone in the place shouts out how true it all is.”
This novel is a rich tapestry of interconnected stories that delve into the complexities of familial relationships and the search for personal identity. Set in Canada, it follows the lives of the Grant family, from the early 20th century to the present day, and examines the ways in which their actions and choices shape their lives and those of their descendants. more
Ann-Marie MacDonald is a renowned Canadian playwright known for her unique narrative style and profound social insights. Born on October 29, 1958, she has been creating dramatic works since the 1980s and has won numerous Canadian literary awards. more
“You take people, you put them on a journey, you give them peril, you find out who they really are.”