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The Girls | Lori Lansens

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A fictional story about conjoined twins growing up in Ontario, Canada. Despite the strangeness of the premise, the author makes the girls' lives seem ordinary (but still interesting) and relatable.

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The Girls | Lori Lansens

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Jess861

The Girls | Lori Lansens

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Lori Lansens has written a few books and one of my favourite things about her is every book is different. Many authors stick to similar topics when they write fiction, but with Lori Lansens each book is so unique.

Did you enjoy reading Lori Lansens? Would you read any of her other books?

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Ruthiella I would consider reading more from Lansens, though I don‘t know if I would actively seek it out. I‘m not sure I jive with her writing style. It was a little detail heavy in ways I don‘t often like because I don‘t see the point of it. Like the car sickness, or the Merkels, etc. 2w

Jess861 @Ruthiella That makes sense - she is very detail oriented in her writing style. If you ever do pick up another of hers I would recommend Rush Home Road. 2w

kwmg40 This is my first book by Lori Lansens and I would certainly consider reading another of her books. 2w

Jess861 @kwmg40 Glad to hear you enjoyed her writing! 1w

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Jess861

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To live life as a conjoined twin would bring challenges - yet Ruby and Rose are such strong characters that live their life. One of the most beautiful things about these characters is that they are glad they are joined together forever in life. Uncle Stash and Aunt Lovey are also something.

What did you think of the characters in the book? How do you think you would feel if you had to live every part of your life alongside someone?

Ruthiella The life of conjoined twins is something I‘ve never considered and I appreciate how the book provides some insight into how it might feel. The separateness of the girls, how they manage this, how others come to realize it. Definitely this is a character strong novel. There is a plot, and some of what happens is momentous-but it‘s not a plot driven book, IMO. 2w

Jess861 @Ruthiella Agree - definitely a character driven book. Being a conjoined twin was never something I'd considered before reading this book either. I wouldn't say character driven books are usually what I read but this one captured me since it was coming from such a different point of views. 2w

kwmg40 I liked the characters in this book. They all had their flaws but were still admirable in many ways. The author succeeded in making Rose and Ruby relatable, which I expect is difficult for characters that are conjoined twins. 2w

Jess861 @kwmg40 I agree, I found Rose and Ruby very relatable throughout the book. I loved how they handled the entire Slovakia storyline! 1w

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The Girls by Lori Lansens - A fictional book about conjoined twins told in their voice. Different, strong personalities for each twin in their own way.

Thoughts on the book and the autobiography style the author chose to use? Did you find the story flowed well? Any general thoughts on the book?

Ruthiella I thought the autobiographical approach worked well and especially the switch between Rose and Ruby. I liked seeing the same events from different perspectives. Which one is true or is there a version in between these which is more accurate? I like books that make me ponder this. 2w

Jess861 @Ruthiella I think both views are accurate as to how each twin experienced the event. It's neat to think that one event in this world can have so many truths by all who experienced it. 2w

kwmg40 I too thought the structure of the book, which presented both points of view, worked well. 2w

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The Girls | Lori Lansens

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Book review catch-up post 4 of 5:

This one didn't resonate with me as much as I expected it to, but it was engaging. There were a few loose ends that I wish had been explained. I would read more by Lansens, so overall I liked it. #ohcanada

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Jess861

The Girls | Lori Lansens

A very windy, but still sunny and warm day to spend the afternoon at the playground with the kiddos. Going to try and get a few chapters in before I get my workout in with a game of tag!

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Jess861

The Girls | Lori Lansens

Spending the evening re-reading The Girls by Lori Lansens for #OhCanada . Going to snack on some pita and hummus as well. Such a great way to spend a Friday evening!

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The Girls | Lori Lansens

Just over a week left and I'm excited to discuss with those who are interested. I'll post a few discussion points in the afternoon of Saturday, May 3rd - which gives everyone a few extra days. Weekdays are too busy with the kiddos - so going forward I'll post discussion points on the Saturday after month end if that works for everyone. If there is anything specific you are interested in discussing please feel free to comment here. #OhCanada

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Blueberry Oops, I've been reading one of the May/June books. But it's good. 😀 4w

Jess861 @Blueberry 😆- at least you know you'll finish it for June, lol 4w

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Blueberry Yup, 😆 4w

CarolynM I‘ll try to read this in the coming week🙂 4w

Jess861 @CarolynM I'll be re-reading it this weekend - it's probably been about 15 years since I read it and I can't even remember yesterday 😆 3w

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The Girls | Lori Lansens

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The second pick of the #OhCanada Book Club is underway and it is The Girls by Lori Lansens. This is a bi-monthly read so feel free to read at your leisure over the months of March and April. Will post some discussion points at the end of April for those that wish to participate. All are welcome to join this very relaxed book club. Enjoy everyone!
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