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theseventhl's review
4.0
This was an interesting book to read during COVID-19. It's a stark, richly detailed look at a horrible tragedy that ripped apart a community and city, and it is also the story of how human beings from all different walks of life came together in the aftermath to do the right thing and save lives. It is both heartbreaking and life affirming, and maybe it is also one of the stories the world really needs to read right now.
(It is also, FYI, a pretty thorough look at the explosion, including vivid descriptions of injuries and death, so be aware of that!)
When life was at its bleakest and bloodiest for Halifax during World War I, humanity showed its better nature and brought compassion and charity to those who needed it the most. May we all learn something from the Haligonians who saw their neighbors in need and selflessly did the right thing, day after day.
(It is also, FYI, a pretty thorough look at the explosion, including vivid descriptions of injuries and death, so be aware of that!)
When life was at its bleakest and bloodiest for Halifax during World War I, humanity showed its better nature and brought compassion and charity to those who needed it the most. May we all learn something from the Haligonians who saw their neighbors in need and selflessly did the right thing, day after day.
benised's review
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
4.0
cmcclure9's review
4.0
I read this because we were traveling to Halifax. It was a piece of history I had no knowledge of and really appreciated the background.
ja3m3's review
3.0
Any fact pertaining to WWI and Halifax is crammed into this book. The event was horrific and unbelievable - it stands on its own.
caseysilk's review
4.0
I listened to the audio version and once again I am struck by my ignorance! I never heard of the Halifax explosion which was the biggest man made explosion ever before the nuclear bombs. Thousands were killed and many more than that injured. It also gives an interesting look at the history of Halifax and the Canadian and US relations. It took me a while to follow but once I got into it I couldn’t stop.