Finding this author by chance, there are no coincidences. I first read The Home for Unwanted Girls in two days. Moved by the facts of Quebec's history, the Catholic Church, the Duplessis regime and physicians at the time I felt compelled to follow up with Elodie and her story. A story of courage, persistence to unfold the truth and mend broken hearts and spirits. Brava to Ms. Goodman and all of her characters both fictional and non. I look forward to further books by Ms. Goodman. Her writings, research and story telling bring us into the world of characters that open up our eyes and hopefully our hearts much needed during these times.
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Great novel (based on historical events)
GREAT novel, which spans 30 years, starting at the 1970 October crisis in Quebec, with the family of a violent political extremist. It’s also a love story between two people with opposite political and at times, moral convictions. (If you’re sick of politics, at least it’s Canadian politics this time!). It’s based on many true historical events, including the Duplessis orphans of Quebec and their later pursuit of justice. A great story! (It’s the sequel in a series of books of these events, but the first I read). I do recommend! (For ages 18 and up, some triggering scenes).
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- Reviewed in the United States on October 31, 2020Format: Paperback
- Reviewed in the United States on October 27, 2020Format: Kindle
Wow, this book certainly put into perspective the lack of Canadian history I have in my brain. It was definitely interesting to read and learn about Quebec’s struggle to separate from Canada and just how much it affected the Canadian people. I literally had no idea that this was something that had actually happened! I thought this book was a fun and interesting way of enlightening readers to an important part of Canadian history.
I also enjoyed the characters of Veronique and Elodie. Veronique was a strong and independent female character that stood by her convictions and didn’t let a man overtake her thoughts or her actions. I loved her willpower, even though she could be a bit immature at times. And it was interesting to see how Elodie grew throughout the novel from a scared victim into a strong and powerful voice for all the orphans who were afraid to stand up for themselves.
One of my issues with this book was that it just seemed to drag on. It was a bit long-winded for me and I think there were a lot of areas that could have been condensed or left out altogether. I felt like this book had a hard time keeping my interest and I found myself doing other things rather than reading it. I also didn’t totally love the writing style. I wish there had been more dialogue and a bit less descriptions. I find that dialogue helps me to relate to more of the characters and I think that was something I found lacking.
In all, it was definitely an interesting story that included some insightful information about Canadian history. If you’re a historical fiction fan or a fan of Canada and its history, this one might be for you.
*Thank you to Harper Paperbacks for an early copy of this book in exchange for an honest review*
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- Carol HouleReviewed in Canada on December 17, 2023
"Love has nothing to prove; only humans do." J.G.
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Ms. Goodman got it right. The Forgotten Daughter puts life, love and the conflict between French and English in Quebec into bright perspective; black on white clear. So clear it reeks of authenticity. The dates, places and people are almost recognizable. The story continues without a hitch from The Home for Unwanted Girls. Years ago I read parts of the latter to my 80 year-old mom, and she had tears streaming from her eyes. My mom never cried, so this made me stop. She was in the orphan home for several years in her youth and she'd told us stuff she endured that shocked us and seemed impossible ~teeth pulling w/o anesthetic, locked in a locker, having to work, lacking good food, the lice, the humiliation and punishment. That book opened my eyes. I even bought the paperback as a reminder.Carol Houle"Love has nothing to prove; only humans do." J.G.
Reviewed in Canada on December 17, 2023
When this new ebook came out I was delighted to continue Elodie's journey. All of the characters are brilliant. I even witnessed parts of the cigarette smuggling; the runners used our dock on Lake St. Francis to take their haul ashore when we weren't there. They left marks across the lawn and patio, and even stole our boat trailer. I think if you were a Quebecker in the 90s you will get deja vu. I absolutely recommend these amazing novels.
Thank you Ms. Joanna Goodman for your diligence and spot-on writing skills.
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- Yvonne GleasonReviewed in Canada on November 5, 2021
Came ahead of time!
Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase - Erin Michelle RossReviewed in Canada on March 8, 2025
Moving and important historical fiction
Format: KindleVerified Purchase - Fred ArshoffReviewed in Canada on February 11, 2021
Great read historical fiction
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