Indians on Vacation
A Novel
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Narrated by:
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Keith Sellon-Wright
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Written by:
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Thomas King
About this listen
A number-one Indie best seller and a Canadian best seller for 22 weeks, the brilliant latest novel from one of Canada’s foremost authors
Inspired by a handful of postcards sent nearly a hundred years ago, Bird and Mimi attempt to trace long-lost uncle Leroy and the family medicine bundle he took with him to Europe.
“I’m sweaty and sticky. My ears are still popping from the descent into Vaclav Havel. My sinuses ache. My stomach is upset. My mouth is a sewer. I roll over and bury my face in a pillow. Mimi snuggles down beside me with no regard for my distress.
‘My god,’ she whispers, ‘can it get any better?’
By turns witty, sly, and poignant, this is the unforgettable tale of one couple’s holiday in Europe, where their wanderings through its famous capitals reveal a complicated history, both personal and political.
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- Unabridged
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Overall0 out of 5 stars 0
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Performance0 out of 5 stars 0
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- Jamie
- 2020-08-30
Another one!!
The only thing I was disappointed with was that it ended! Thomas King is my favourite author and I loved his latest book. It was funny, made me laugh, very relevant, relatable, made me sad and gave me hope. Loved the characters and the demons! Only question is when does the next one come out!!!
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- jill flathmann
- 2021-05-01
Super Cute Book
It was a lovely story. Comical, humourous, raw and open reflection of human conditions. I loved Mimi's personality in the book. She lights up the world just by being herself.
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- Anonymous User
- 2022-03-07
Wonderful read
Laugh out loud Funny, poignant, weaved together beautifully, Descriptive but not wordy. Highly recommend
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- Karen Moffat
- 2020-11-01
FANTASTIC
I listened to this every moment I could get, finished it a couple of days ago. I miss Bird and Mimi already!
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- KForgaardPullen
- 2021-10-01
Differences and samenesses
Aging, coupledom, travel, identity formation and identity politics. indigeneity made obvious and so subtle at the same time. King, as usual, is the Trickster. laugh, cry, squirm.
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- kelly smith
- 2021-08-12
Witty Travelogue with a Canadian Twist
I enjoyed the Canadian perspective on this journey to Prague. After thoroughly enjoying the booklet, the only unexpected disappointment was the abrupt ending.
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- sylsyl
- 2022-02-06
Funny and Real
This was a great book. It was light, funny and the characters reminded me of very real people- myself at times! It is a relaxing and entertaining novel.
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- Memememe
- 2020-09-09
Amusing Story Humorous and Serious
I love that thos book deals with mental health struggles in such a creative way. Really inspirational learning how main character deals with these issues. Characters have depth and narrator does a great job of telling the story. I highly recommend!
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- Anonymous User
- 2021-12-21
Witty, excellent presentation
dry humor, authentic characters, captures my generation's angst (68 now), laughter and travel intrigue too
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- Anonymous User
- 2023-06-29
Good book but not great
Story did not really grab me other than my familiarity with Prague. Characters were not compelling and became a bit annoying. Especially the demons.
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