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Janet Rich Edwards Yes! (In fact, your question came in as we were putting the finishing touches on the book group guide, which includes medieval recipes and a playlist!…moreYes! (In fact, your question came in as we were putting the finishing touches on the book group guide, which includes medieval recipes and a playlist!) I'm eager to connect with readers, and looking forward to joining book clubs in person if they're in the Boston area or by zoom if they're not. If you're interested, email me at jredwardsauthor@gmail.com. (less)
Janet Rich Edwards Hi Kate - great question! Yes, women could (and can) join the Franciscans as Franciscan Sisters (who live vowed lives in the community), as one of the…moreHi Kate - great question! Yes, women could (and can) join the Franciscans as Franciscan Sisters (who live vowed lives in the community), as one of the Poor Clares (who live an enclosed, monastic life) or as members of 'third order' or lay branches who engage in apostolic works. The Franciscans were founded in (what is now) Italy early in the 13th century and had spread throughout Europe by the time Canticle starts, but the women's orders were slower to spread - so Aleys could have heard of Franciscan sisters in other lands without knowing much about them. (less)
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"I really enjoyed this book. I'll be honest: I had put off reading it for a couple of reasons - I often struggle with books based in medieval times, and also stories with a religious theme. But I'd been given an ARC from NetGalley, and knowing that to" Read more of this review »
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"This is excellent historical fiction about mystics, Beguines, anchorites, and mendicants, the daughters and wives/widows of farmers and merchants, carving out space for themselves and agency over their own lives both within and in spite of the enormo" Read more of this review »
Janet Edwards and 3 other people liked Sue's review of Canticle:
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"Maybe it was the excellent lyrical narration. Maybe it was the cold post holiday stretch warmed by this tale of faith and belief. I am not religious, at all, and yet found myself surprisingly moved by this riveting story of the bonds created by mysti" Read more of this review »
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" Dear Colleene, I wrote Canticle hoping that it would reach people who are seekers in spirit, and I’m so glad it resonated for you! I’m fascinated by t ...more "
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" Dear Rachel - thank you so much for this kind review! As I did the research and wrote the story, my appreciation for the great good fortune of having ...more "
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" Dear Sandy - I so appreciate this review! I love your point about fanaticism and selflessness, since those were themes that fascinated me in writing. ...more "
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“Only the children are unimpressed, for they see miracles everywhere.”
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“The words and the notes weave a nest, complex and particular, twig and grass and feather, a home in the heart of the music, and she is held fast by their song. Oh, Mama, she thinks, this is the melody you sought.”
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