Immerse yourself in the past with a captivating Canadian historical fiction novel this summer. CBC Books has curated a selection of novels that will transport you to different time periods and locations, from 17th century Quebec to 1911 China to Montreal during Expo ’67.
Wild People Quiet by Tara Gereaux
Wild People Quiet is a compelling story set in 1940s Saskatchewan, following a Métis woman named Florence who conceals her true identity in a predominantly white town. However, when she encounters a group of Métis farm workers, she is confronted with her hidden past, forcing her to make life-altering decisions.
Tara Gereaux, a member of the Metis Nation-Saskatchewan residing in Regina, is the author of Saltus and Size of a Fist, both nominated for Saskatchewan Book Awards.
Liberty Street by Heather Marshall
Liberty Street delves into the Toronto of 1961, where an editorial assistant at Chatelaine magazine goes undercover in a women’s prison following a tip about appalling conditions. Decades later, a detective investigating unearthed remains stumbles upon a personal and haunting connection.
Heather Marshall, known for Looking For Jane and The Secret History of Audrey James, is based near Toronto.