This month's Book Club pick, The Bear by Claire Cameron, is about two children who are left wandering alone in the wilderness after a bear attack during a family trip. Read The Bear book excerpt.

The Bear book excerpt, author Claire Cameron

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When war breaks out in 1914, Lilly longs to do her part, but as the daughter of British nobility she’s expected to marry well. Get the full review of Somewhere in France by Jennifer Robson.

Chatelaine Book Club review: Somewhere in France by Jennifer Robson

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On the top of most romance books lists are Pride & Prejudice, The Notebook and The Time Traveller’s Wife — but there are so many more incredible stories that'll make your heart go pitter-patter. Books editor Laurie Grassi shares her favourites.

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Lauren O’Neil is only 11 years old when she goes missing. Her family searches tirelessly for six years until — miraculously — she’s found. Get the full review of And Then She Was Gone by Rosalind Noonan.

Book review: And Then She Was Gone by Rosalind Noonan

On Sarah Grimké’s 11th birthday in 1803, her mother gives her what was then a suitable present for a girl of Sarah’s standing: a lady’s maid. Despite Sarah’s best efforts to release the young slave, named Handful, her family — and society — forbid it. Get the full review of The Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd here. 

Review: The Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd

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