The Weak and the Strong of It

The Weak and the Strong of It

If you’ve been paying attention, you may recall that I am currently drafting a novel set against the backdrop of the Great Halifax Explosion of 1917. I’ve lost count of the books and articles I’ve read (kudos to our helpful and efficient local librarians!) or the websites I’ve visited in my attempts to bring historical accuracy to my fictional characters. It’s a crazy business, figuring out which parts you can invent and which parts you can’t. I…