In Books
  • All Departments
  • In Books
  • In Bargain Books
  • In eReading
  • In Kids' Books
  • In Teens' Books
  • In Toys & Games
  • In Video Games
  • In Lifestyle & Paper
  • In Movies & TV
  • In Music
  • In Used & Rare Books
  • In Used & Rare Movies & TV
  • In Used & Rare Music
Advanced Search
When God Was A Rabbit

Average rating: 4/5

Based on 120 ratings

Rate this

When God Was A Rabbit

by Sarah Winman

Headline | March 30, 2011 | Trade Paperback

WHEN GOD WAS A RABBIT is an incredibly exciting debut from an extraordinary new voice in fiction.

Spanning four decades, from 1968 onwards, this is the story of a fabulous but flawed family and the slew of ordinary and extraordinary incidents that shape their everyday lives. It is a story about childhood and growing up, loss of innocence, eccentricity, familial ties and friendships, love and life. Stripped down to its bare bones, it''s about the unbreakable bond between a brother and sister.

"Absolutely brilliant. Loved it so much. Up there with One Day and Skippy Dies in my 2010 faves." - The Bookseller
"At times laugh-out-loud funny, at others gut-wrenchingly sad, the book is peppered with unique and complex characters who are so original, well-observed and believable that you''ll be completely absorbed into their world" - Easy Living
"A story of siblings, friendship, secrets and love, told with sadness and humour" - Marie Claire
"A genuinely captivating read" - Glamour

Save 34 %

$24.99
$16.49
$15.67

In Stock

Add To Cart
Qty
Used from $5.29
All Editions Online Member
Kobo Edition (eBook) $17.99 n/a

This item is found in: Fiction and Literature

  • Eligible for FREE Shipping on orders over $25. + Details.

Reviews

    • Was this review
      helpful to you?

    Rating: 5/5

    Amazing

    meg

    3 months ago

    Such a great book, I couldnt put it down. The story flows so well. There are no dull moments from the begining to end. Lots of laughs and some tears.

    • Was this review
      helpful to you?

    Rating: 4/5

    Clever and entertaining!

    Elliott

    4 months ago

    A fairly lighthearted read. Winman has an interesting way of interweaving events so as to take you unawares. I found it thoroughly entertaining partially because I had no previous knowledge of the book or the author and was simply taken in after reading the first chapter at the book store.

    • Was this review
      helpful to you?
    Jean Quinn

    Rating: 5/5

    My Favourite Book for 2011

    Jean Quinn

    4 months ago

    I loved this book from the first page and couldn't put it down. I recommended it to everyone I know. It is well paced, funny, quirky, bright, original, sad, inspiring and compassionate. This is a must read. Sit in a comfy chair and enjoy.

    • Was this review
      helpful to you?

    Rating: 2/5

    Disappointing

    lizbo

    5 months ago

    I expected the book to be better than it was since it was recommended by Heather. I don't think I will read any other books written by Sarah Winham.

see more

Product Buzz

Details

From the Publisher

WHEN GOD WAS A RABBIT is an incredibly exciting debut from an extraordinary new voice in fiction.

Spanning four decades, from 1968 onwards, this is the story of a fabulous but flawed family and the slew of ordinary and extraordinary incidents that shape their everyday lives. It is a story about childhood and growing up, loss of innocence, eccentricity, familial ties and friendships, love and life. Stripped down to its bare bones, it''s about the unbreakable bond between a brother and sister.

"Absolutely brilliant. Loved it so much. Up there with One Day and Skippy Dies in my 2010 faves." - The Bookseller
"At times laugh-out-loud funny, at others gut-wrenchingly sad, the book is peppered with unique and complex characters who are so original, well-observed and believable that you''ll be completely absorbed into their world" - Easy Living
"A story of siblings, friendship, secrets and love, told with sadness and humour" - Marie Claire
"A genuinely captivating read" - Glamour

Trade Paperback

336 Pages, 6.35 x 8.75 x 0.68 in

March 30, 2011

Headline

English


0755379292
9780755379293

Related Lists

From the Critics

"There are books that tug on the heartstrings, and then there are full-on tractor pulls. When God Was a Rabbit falls into the latter category. Sarah Winman''s debut novel has been attracting a great deal of buzz lately, ...add to which, her prose also has an elegiac, simple beauty, which she uses to nimbly guide her characters through 30-odd eventful years of history..."

< close and return to chapters.indigo.ca
kobo
  • Take your library with you wherever you go
  • Use the device you want to use… smartphone, desktop and many of today’s most popular eReaders
  • Use Indigo gift cards to buy eBooks and subscriptions

WHY KOBO?

We love the Kobo eReading service… and we know you will too. We’ve partnered with them to bring you the most flexible, enjoyable eReading experience in Canada.

SHOPPING ON KOBO

You’ll be asked to sign in or create a new account with Kobo. Once you do, you’ll immediately get access to millions of titles and be ready to start eReading. Anytime. Anyplace.

continue to kobo

Protected by Copyright. All Rights Reserved. Legal Notices and Terms of Use | Privacy Policy  

Portions of content provided by Rovi Corporation © 2010

Powered by EndecaVeriSign SecuredEssential Accessibility 

As Canada’s purveyor of ideas and inspiration, Indigo is the largest book, gift and specialty toy retailer in Canada. Indigo operates in all provinces under different banners including Indigo Books & Music; Indigo Books, Gifts, Kids; IndigoSpirit; Chapters; The World's Biggest Bookstore; and Coles. The online channel, www.indigo.ca, features books, eBooks, toys and gifts and hosts the award winning Indigo Online Community.

131