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“The Pull of the Stars” by Emma Donoghue

The setting for this work of historical fiction is Dublin, Ireland during the Great Spanish Flu pandemic of 1918. “I was living through two pandemics at once”, said the author Emma Donoghue about writing the book in early 2020.

The story takes place over three days in a maternity ward of a large understaffed hospital in the city centre, where expectant mothers who have come down with the Spanish Flu are quarantined.  Nurse Julia is joined by a young volunteer helper and Doctor Kathleen Lynn, a medical doctor on the run from the police. With tenderness and humanity, these women perform their work under impossible conditions and change each other’s lives in unexpected ways.

An interesting fact is that Dr. Lynn is a real historical figure who was a political activist and involved in the 1916 Easter Rising. The writing of this book reflects a considerable amount of research to accurately reflect the medical procedures of the day. Emma Donoghue, who lives in London, Ontario, has pulled off yet another unique and absorbing novel! –JH

“The Pull of the Stars” is available in several formats from the Huron County Library.

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Red Table Book Sale

Red Table Book Sale

FOBL is excited to announce a special book sale coming soon to the Bayfield Library. Check out the Red Table Book Sale inside the library during regular library hours from June 28 to August 31. Please click on the image above to learn more.

Coffee & Chat

Coffee & Chat

Due to popular demand, this program has been extended to the end of June! Join us for “Coffee & Chat” at the Bayfield Library every Tuesday. Enjoy a hot cup of coffee or tea while engaging in conversation with other community members. Click on the image above to read additional details.

Book Club Sets

Book Club Sets

FOBL has made a commitment to purchase and donate several book club sets per year to the Huron County Library. Please click on the image above to view the book club sets that FOBL has recently donated.

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