Monthly Archives: November 2023

Klein, Michael. Dissident Doctor. Douglas & McIntyre, Madeira Park, 2018. NF; 11-23. Like most Canadian family physicians I’ve known Dr. Klein by reputation for decades. He’s been a leader of Family Practice departments in various cities, and has published a … Continue reading →

Patchett, Ann. Tom Lake. HarperCollins New York, 2023. F;10/23. I read this novel with great pleasure. Some people might find it a bit of a guilty pleasure because it’s very girly, very American, and the serious grit is snuck in … Continue reading →

Escoffery, Jonathan. If I Survive You. McClelland and Stewart, Toronto, 2022. This is the last of the six Booker fiction shortlist I’ve read. I think it’s one of the better ones but frankly none of them in my opinion deserve … Continue reading →