Escape into the past with a captivating historical fiction novel this summer. CBC Books has curated a selection of Canadian historical fiction works that promise to immerse you in different eras and locations, from 17th-century Quebec to 1911 China and Montreal during Expo ’67.
Wild People Quiet by Tara Gereaux
Step into the world of Wild People Quiet, set in 1940s Saskatchewan, where Florence, a Métis woman, conceals her heritage in a predominantly white community. Her encounter with Métis farm workers forces her to confront her past and make life-altering decisions.
Tara Gereaux, residing in Regina and a Metis Nation-Saskatchewan citizen, is known for her previous works Saltus and Size of a Fist, both recognized by the Saskatchewan Book Awards.
Liberty Street by Heather Marshall
Set in 1961 Toronto, Liberty Street follows an editorial assistant from Chatelaine magazine who delves into a shocking expose on a women’s prison. Decades later, a detective’s investigation into unearthed remains uncovers a personal connection to the past.
Heather Marshall, based near Toronto, is acclaimed for her novels Looking For Jane and The Secret History of Audrey James.