So, I didn't actually read the whole book. There was too much swearing and things were starting to get crude. The writing, when it wasn't in the voice of one of the characters, was beautiful. I wanted to be in the town where the book takes place so I could feel the peace of the nature, see the...
I have read 5 of Cathie Pelletier's books so I was really looking forward to another, but I have to admit I was disappointed with this one. Also, a friend that grew up in the County was horrified with the portrayal of the people of Aroostook. I did not find any of the characters compelling wit...
I received this copy from Goodreads First Reads. It's good, but really REALLY weird. I'm enjoying the narrative, the McKinnons, Giffords, the drunks, the bored housewives and everyone in between. The author moves from the little histories of its minor characters to the unsettling feelings of the ...
Once Upon A Time On the Banks by Cathie PellitierMaine, first day of spring. Amy Joy Lawler comes to town and will wed and her mother has taken to her bed.Trouble amongst the natives, when one outsider wants to marry a native townie.This is almost like a Hatfield/McCoy battle and some of the thin...