Immerse yourself in the past with a captivating Canadian historical fiction novel this summer. CBC Books has curated a selection of novels that span different time periods and settings, offering a diverse range of stories to delve into.
Wild People Quiet by Tara Gereaux
Set in 1940s Saskatchewan, Wild People Quiet follows a Métis woman named Florence concealing her identity in a predominantly white town. Her encounter with a group of Métis farm workers prompts a reckoning with her hidden past, leading to pivotal decisions about her future.
Author Tara Gereaux, a proud member of the Metis Nation-Saskatchewan, resides in Regina. She is acclaimed for her works Saltus and Size of a Fist, both nominees for Saskatchewan Book Awards.
Liberty Street by Heather Marshall
In 1961 Toronto, Liberty Street tells the tale of an ambitious editorial assistant at Chatelaine magazine who uncovers a scandalous tip from a prison inmate, propelling her into an undercover investigation. Decades later, a detective delving into unearthed remains stumbles upon a chilling connection to a haunting past.
Author Heather Marshall, renowned for Looking For Jane and The Secret History of Audrey James, is based near Toronto.
Treat Them As Buffalo by Blair Palmer Yoxall
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