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The Stone Angel

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The Stone Angel tells the story of Hagar Shipley, a proud and fiercely independent woman in her nineties, as she reflects on her life and relationships.

Set in the fictional town of Manawaka, Manitoba, the novel explores themes of aging, memory, pride, and the struggle for self-acceptance.

Hagar's recollections reveal a complex and often difficult past, marked by strained relationships with her family and a lifelong battle against vulnerability.

Through vivid imagery and introspective narrative, the book delves into the challenges of confronting one's own flaws and the search for redemption in the twilight years.

It is a poignant exploration of the human condition and the enduring power of the past.

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Richard Stursberg
as a contrast to contemporary genre fiction, referenced when discussing literary standards.
Richard Stursberg on the ‘Collapse’ of Canadian Book Publishing
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Lucy E.M. Black
as a book that changed her life and influenced her writing about memory.
Lucy Black, "A Quilting of Scars" (Now or Never Publishing, 2025)

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