Looking for a way to escape into the past this summer? CBC Books has put together a list of Canadian historical fiction novels to captivate you. Spanning from 17th century Quebec to 1911 China to Montreal during Expo ’67, these novels offer a diverse range of settings and time periods to immerse yourself in.
Wild People Quiet by Tara Gereaux
In Wild People Quiet, set in 1940s Saskatchewan, a Métis woman named Florence conceals her true identity in a predominantly white town, pretending to fit in by dyeing her hair blonde. Encountering a group of Métis farm workers, she confronts her hidden past and faces a crucial decision about her future.
Tara Gereaux, a Métis Nation-Saskatchewan member residing in Regina, is the acclaimed author of Saltus and Size of a Fist, both nominees for Saskatchewan Book Awards.
Liberty Street by Heather Marshall
In Liberty Street, set in 1961 Toronto, an editorial assistant at Chatelaine magazine receives a tip from a prisoner about dire conditions at a women’s prison. Eager for a scoop, she goes undercover to uncover the truth. Decades later, a detective investigating unearthed remains stumbles upon a story intertwined with haunting personal connections.
Heather Marshall, known for Looking for Jane and The Secret History of Audrey James, resides near Toronto.
Treat Them As Buffalo by Blair Palmer Yoxall
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