Mazo de la Roche penned the beloved Jalna series, a sweeping saga chronicling the Whiteoak family's journey through a century on their Canadian estate. Her narratives masterfully blend fact and fiction, drawing inspiration for characters and settings from the real world. De la Roche explores enduring themes of family, the ephemeral nature of life, and the search for belonging, crafting stories that resonate whether read individually or as part of the larger, captivating whole.
A rare insight into the intimate thoughts of Mazo de la Roche, and the private life she normally kept hidden. The author confesses how strongly she connected with her character Finch Whiteoak, her struggles with wanting to be a boy, and her complicated relationship with her cousin and adoptive sibling, Caroline.
Mary Wakefield is third on the timeline of the Jalna series. Mary, a young Englishwoman, is hired to care for Philips motherless children, Meg and Renny. When Philip falls in love with the beautiful governess, the community is scandalized and his mother, Adeline, does all she can to discourage the relationship.
The captivating saga of the Whiteoak family continues, with more rivalries, tangled relationships, and secret love affairs.
