Julie Larade
Praise for Julie's Books
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After Laura's Story was published, I received many comments about the book. With their permission, I have copied and pasted a few of them on this page. Now and then, I still receive positive reviews, which is very heartwarming.
“Very descriptive and captivating details leading from the familiar to the unexpected. Julie has succeeded in connecting fact to fiction. Very well narrated in a free-flowing style. Bravo!" ~ Nap. Chiasson, retired educator/administrator
“I feel as though I know Laura and her family. I much appreciate the awareness the story shows of the social, economic and cultural changes of Cape Breton and part of mainland NS during Laura’s lifetime. Hurray!! And thank you!!” ~ James St. Clair, historian and author (Dec. 12, 2014)
“Laura’s Story is the extraordinary in the seemingly ordinary." ~Jenna Kalinsky, author, instructor and editor
"Allô, comment ça va? Bien, je viens de finir Laura's Story hier soir après l'avoir commencé dimanche après-midi et je l'ai adoré. C'est un livre qui touche. Quelquefois je m'arrêtais quelques moments émerveillée par ton écriture. C'est tout un accomplissement, Julie et ce un premier bouquin. Il y a beaucoup d'intrigue qui a captivé mon attention. Je te félicite de la couverture du livre à sa dernière page et j'ai aimé la douceur de la fin. Bravo, bravo!"
~Sylvia Boudreau : enseignante à la retraite (le 4 janvier 2017)
"Your book, Julie, was “Acadian Magic”and you make us “Moineaux” proud. Congratulations! Warmest Regards" ~Wayne & Antje
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"Loved, loved, loved your book! I bought your book at the market in Cheticamp 2 Saturday's ago and when I started it...I couldn't put it down. I laughed, I cried and mow I've passed it on my sister who is an avid reader. I was in Cape Breton to find my grandparent's house, which I did and to reconnect with my dad's roots. Your book is pushing me on to come back to Cape Breton and finish what I started...next time with my sister. Thank you for the experience." ~Heather Fasulo (August, 2016)
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"Hello Julie:
I don't know if you remember me--My husband and I met you and your husband when we we touring the Cabot Trail back in July. We met twice at the gift shops along the way. During our conversation I learned about your book and bought one in the parking lot. Well, finally after a very busy summer I had the opportunity to finally sit down and read it. What an enjoyable read!!! My mother left home at 12 years old to go into service and then left Cape Breton at 16 years to work in Halifax in 1938. As your book conveys, that with the little education they had back then--she had the strength and will to make a good life for herself and family. I never lived in Cape Breton--only heard the stories of growing up there. But, I know how Laura felt on her return, because during my visit I felt a connection to a place I had never been. Thanks for telling your story--as you said it was a tribute to your Grandmother. I know she would be proud.
Blessings," ~Lorraine Garneau (Sept. 7, 2016)
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"Thank you Julie for a wonderful novel, the story was engaging and kept me in suspense till the end. It felt like I was visiting a rural area in Nova Scotia for the first time, I felt I was right there. I was brought to tears several times because I could relate to Laura’s feelings so well described and written on such a deep level. It also confirmed in my mind that strangers sometimes become like family and family sometimes become like strangers. You incorporated many themes and sub-themes about difficult subject that everyone can relate to and your digging deep in the feelings of your characters was superb! Good job done!" ~Liane Geoffrion
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"I heard about Laura's Story from the lady who illustrated the cover image. I didn't want to wait for it to be delivered so I bought the Kindle version. I could not put it down. It was just a wonderful read. I recommend anyone from the east coast of Canada or anyone who ever visited or even heard of Cape Breton to buy the book." ~Carmella Fogarty Murphy
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I read this book (Laura’s Story) ASAP. Wonderfully told. I just travelled through this book as if I was in it. I can hardly wait for the next addition to this great book. ~ Janice Ferguson
"In spite of the fact that I’m a slow reader, I found myself reading faster and faster as the story progressed because I was enjoying Laura’s Story so much! Julie Larade truly captivated my attention with this down to earth & heartwarming storyline…Even though this historical fiction was set all those years ago, it still proves to be very relevant to our lives today, from so many different perspectives... In fact, I kept thinking how realistic this book was in the sense that it captures so many important, real life issues that are equally faced today and well worth addressing. I further admired Julie’s ability to brilliantly intertwine so much beneficial wisdom and insight through her characters’ lives and experiences…
Another aspect (among many) that I really appreciated was how I could not always predict what was going to happen, which is wonderful considering that I love a book full of surprises!
I am so thankful that I took the time to experience this beautiful blessing entitled Laura’s Story. My only regret is that I waited this long to discover this treasure…" ~ Dana Deveau Cheticamp, NS (May 2024)
"Everyone who knows me well,would also know my love of books. I had heard of my friend and former classmate, Julie Larade being an author. I picked up her latest book yesterday,and i cannot put it down! I try to wait until bedtime to pick up a book and read a chapter or two before i am lulled to sleep. Well, this book had me burning the midnight oil! Julie brings me back to simpler times with her vivid descriptions of family life. I felt like i was sitting in the kitchen with her characters brought to life. Loved this book and add more of Julie s work to my collection. A must read. Congratulations Julie." ~ Bertha Camus (April 2025)
"Julie Larade has done it again. Too many late nights and tired mornings as I was AGAIN drawn into the second book “To Fly Again”, which is a continuation from her first book that kidnapped me a few months back called “Laura’s story”. Again, another roller coaster of emotions as I navigated through the twists and turns of this story and the love and frustration you feel with each character. Julie are you sure this story can’t continue, I am not ready to be done with Laura’s family." ~ Tracy Munden (April 2025)