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Marcy Lane

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Barbara Kingsolver, Ann Patchett, Margaret Laurence

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Human behaviour, in its bounty and diversity, is Marcy’s inspiration, and her character-driven stories star ordinary women facing some of life's impossible situations. Writing about thorny social issues keeps her informed, open-minded and humble. Marcy’s focus is always Canadian.

Marcy grew up as an army brat, the child of parents with itchy feet. Many of her temporary homes in Canada, the UK, and Germany serve as backdrops for her stories, adding authenticity to her settings.

Marcy Lane published her debut novel, A Mercy of Widows, in August 2023. With personal insights from losing two life partners to cancer within a decade, she addresses grief with deep understanding. Her exploration of bereavement and healing portrays the silent struggles ...more

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The House of the Spirits

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The Dark Is Rising (The Dark is Rising, #2)

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