Rose-Anne
Every Canadian should read this book. It's another example of what they skipped in history class, but is a part of our history that we should know. Genevieve Graham shares with us the sobering truth of what some of the newcomers to our country have endured, and sometimes, it's painful. That said, the book ends in a way which leaves you feeling informed and sad for what has happened, but happy for several of the main characters as they've preserved and overcame (though the scarring remains) and made good lives for themselves. I like the truth, but I don't like finishing a book feeling gutted. The Forgotten Home Child balanced this well.
Every Canadian should read this book. It's another example of what they skipped in history class, but is a part of our history that we should know. Genevieve Graham shares with us the sobering truth of what some of the newcomers to our country have endured, and sometimes, it's painful. That said, the book ends in a way which leaves you feeling informed and sad for what has happened, but happy for several of the main characters as they've preserved and overcame (though the scarring remains) and made good lives for themselves. I like the truth, but I don't like finishing a book feeling gutted. The Forgotten Home Child balanced this well.