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Three Day Road

Written by: Joseph Boyden
Narrated by: Ruth Ann Phimister
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Author Joseph Boyden makes his literary debut with this profound and moving Today’s Book Club pick that contemplates the lasting traumas of war.

Cree Indians and best-friends Xavier and Elijah enlist in the Canadian Army in 1915, eager to become heroes. Seasoned hunters, the men become expert snipers, but their horrifying experiences serving in World War I will leave devastating impressions on each man’s life.

©2005 Joseph Boyden (P)2005 Recorded Books, LLC Fiction Genre Fiction Historical Fiction World Literature Native American War Military
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What the critics say

"Not for the squeamish reader, this is a powerful novel that takes a new angle on a popular subject, 'the war to end all wars'." (Amazon.com review)
“Friendship is riven with resentment and war is stripped of glory in this remarkable, wrenching novel, the work of a gifted storyteller.” ( Publishers Weekly)
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enjoyed this book way more than I thought I would. kept me engaged the entire time. excellent story.

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This is a beautiful story about a young man and his aunt preserving their way of life, becoming spiritual leaders and facing the hardships of their time. Xavier and his best friend Aliza join the Canadian Army in the Great War. As you'd expect, there are horrifying moments, but also moments of victory and joy. The characters are so likable, you'll be engaged the while book.

And the narrators give a gold performance. Both the aunt and Xavier are narrated by talented people. Amazing job.

Lovable characters endure WWI, with moments of joy

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it was enjoyable but bland at some points and made it hard to follow when the narrator kept switching.

average English class read

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This is a book that has stayed with me for years after reading it. Boyden's words are so descriptive that I remember the scenes more like a movie than a book. It is truly beautiful, one of my favourite books of all time. but also devastatingly sad.

Heartbreaking but amazing

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An amazing, great, thrilling book. Very captivating. Loved the whole book. It’s a must listen

Great read

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