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Odalisque
Thérèse is a fiercely independent prostitute of mixed race. Through her eyes, we witness the birth of modern Quebec in the heady days of Les Automatistes and their Refus global after World War II. Both participant and keen observer, she records her intimate relationships with clergy, trade-unionists, fellow sex workers, and artists. As she grows from orphan to apprentice to sage, we behold the evolution of an artist and a soul.
90 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 13, 2018
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November 17, 2018
Odalisque is the story of Therese, an orphan/artist/prostitute living in Quebec City through two wars and the FLQ crisis. A spiritual director offers sacred space to listen without judgment or comment to the one who longs to be heard, known and cherished. So it is no wonder that Therese came to Alfred De Pew and entrusted him with her story. He could see the glory of God in her.
Now that I have read Odalisque, I can see it too and I am grateful.
Now that I have read Odalisque, I can see it too and I am grateful.
July 8, 2020
Fabulous luscious read
Alfred Depew is a master of metaphor and language. This work is fresh and delightfully visible during the read. The characters are strongly developed and My knowledge of Quebec is now enriched.
Alfred Depew is a master of metaphor and language. This work is fresh and delightfully visible during the read. The characters are strongly developed and My knowledge of Quebec is now enriched.
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