A review by abbythompson
Island: The Complete Stories by Alistair MacLeod

5.0

There's not much to say that hasn't already been said. MacLeod is a master at capturing the history, daily life, and culture of beautiful and harsh Cape Breton. The short story format is great for when you need a quick read and MacLeod makes every single word count. His writing is so poignant and intense, it works best in short stories, where the punch is so much more visceral and immediate. My favorite story was Rankin's Point. Beyond words gorgeous.