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Toronto, ON · TorontoThe Blue House by Sky Gilbert has two narrators, a primary one, Rupert, and a secondary one, Simon. Simon, however, is dominant. He tells us Rupert’s narration is a transcription of an audio recording, and he interrupts the story with repeated interventions to add context and assert control. Because, ultimately, he is in charge. Or is he? Simon is Reason to Rupert’s Passion; his is head to Rupert’s heart; he is Science to Rupert’s Art. Or maybe …Read Article
The Blue House by Sky Gilbert
Toronto, ON · TorontoGen X has produced a lot of tough-as-nails characters for society to admire, rip apart, or pass by without a thought as the “forgotten generation.” Growing up in the 80s forced many kids to develop self-sufficiency and resilience. Speaking of nails, one Gen X member in particular likes to keep her resiliency coated in a spa manicure and pedicure. It’s not always easy though, and as time progresses with a debilitating inflammatory disease, those …Read Article
