Our Lady of the Lost and Found

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Love the blessed Virgin and the book

2 years ago

Being a good catholic lad, I found Our Lady of The Lost and Found funny-sad-educational and very well investigated by Ms.Schoemperlen. knowing her and the penchance she has for opening her door for the beleagured and downcast-what a great treat this would have been for this lady, if the story was true and not fiction. For the love shown for our Blessed Virgin, Diane opened my heart and eyes to my preferred religion and church,once more. Thank you

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Sublime!

This review is from: Our Lady Of The Lost And Found: A Novel (Hardcover)

2 years ago

Unlike other Canadian novels of its genre, Our Lady of the Lost and Found is a profound and quietly affecting gem that does not produce ennui or restlessness. Despite her critics, Schoemperlen produces an entrancing tale which begins with a window to a writer’s solitary yet comfortable life and routine in Anyville, North America (although the author betrays her Canadian roots at the outset of the novel) and leads to a series of spiritually sumptuous moments that begin with the arrival of the… + read more

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Great!!

4 years ago

I read this book and, from the beginning, loved the words, the images. It was wonderful to "meet" the Virgin Mary, the woman. At times, you can't help wondering if the story was true or fiction. Beautifully written. I've lent it to many people since. I would love to read more books by this author.

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Major Disappointment

This review is from: Our Lady Of The Lost And Found: A Novel (Hardcover)

8 years ago

The premise of the book sounded really great but about a third of the way through, I put it down. Every second chapter covers the history of Mary's appearances. BORING. What a disappointing book.

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Don't Bother With This One

This review is from: Our Lady Of The Lost And Found: A Novel (Hardcover)

8 years ago

I put the book away when I was half way through. It started off well, but be warned - after the first few chapters, every second chapter is a long boring narrative of all the sightings of the Virgin.

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A very original read

This review is from: Our Lady Of The Lost And Found: A Novel (Hardcover)

9 years ago

When I first read the inside flap of this book, I knew I was in for an original, insightful and hopefully spiritual read. 'Our Lady' did not disappoint on any level. The personification of Mary in modern times was both brilliant and inspirational. The knowledge that we all strive for those peaceful corners in the universe where we can relax, reflect, regenerate, and finally proceed with our daily lives. For some of us it means balancing work, family and friends. For others it means performing… + read more

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