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The True North Talks
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Reflections on Writing The True North Talks
The True North Talks is a contemporary Canadian political novel that explores a question Canada has never fully confronted:
What happens the day after a Yes vote?
When I began writing The True North Talks, I thought I was telling a political story — one rooted in history, language, and the familiar tensions between Quebec and the rest of Canada.
What I didn’t expect was where the story would lead.
Bec Read more of this blog post »
What happens the day after a Yes vote?
When I began writing The True North Talks, I thought I was telling a political story — one rooted in history, language, and the familiar tensions between Quebec and the rest of Canada.
What I didn’t expect was where the story would lead.
Bec Read more of this blog post »
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Karen,
Thank you for reading The True North Talks and for your kind review. I’m especially grateful that you’ve shared the book with your son and his wi ...more " |
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The time is right to read this book for it’s intriguing Canadian focused historical color. I bought my son and his wife the book too since they both teach young Canadians that would benefit from reading this as well. This book is an excellent opportu" Read more of this review » |
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Jo,
Thank you for taking the time to read and review The True North Talks. I especially appreciated your comments on the rhythm in the dialogue—particul ...more " |
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"The True North Talks pulled me in from the very first chapter. As a French‑Canadian reader, I found myself naturally slipping into my own accent while reading — the dialogue, the political tension, and the cultural nuances all felt familiar in a way "
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Feb 19, 2026 08:29PM
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Shannon
Thank you for taking the time to read and review The True North Talks—and for sharing such a thoughtful perspective. I especially appreciated yo ...more " |
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"I was so happy to be chosen to read this book, as I am from QC now and it does feel at times that French is being shoved down our throats and that we English people don't belong here. The latest premier, Legault, has made life so difficult for so man"
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| Another great read from Canadian author Robert Rotenberg. Back to Ari Greene's early days. Well Done. ...more | |
