From the inside flap of the book:Having survived the killing fields of World War I, Fidelis Waldvogel returns home to his quiet German village and marries the pregnant widow of his best friend who was killed in action. With a suitcase full of sausages and a master butcher's precious set of knives, Fidelis sets out for America, getting as far as Argus, North Dakota, where he settles. Over the years he works hard building a business, a home for his family - which now includes Eva and four sons - and a singing club consisting of the best voices in town...What happens when the Old World meetings the New - in the person of Delphine Watzka - turns out to be one of the great adventures of Fidelis's life. Delphine meeting Eva and is enchanted; she meets Fidelis, and the ground trembles.
I somehow missed this book when it came out in 2003. A few weeks ago, I was browsing at my local library and came across it. I have read many of Lousie Erdrich's other books and very much enjoy her style of writing. As soon as I started reading this book, I was reminded of why I enjoy reading her so much. I love the characters that she creates in each book. This book was no exception. Delphine Watzka is an interesting character - she starts as a wandering human table, finds her way back to Argus and in the process learns alot out about herself. If you missed this book too, I would definitely recommend that you pick up a copy and read it. Very enjoyable!
Title: The Master Butchers Singing Club
Author: Louise Erdrich
Publisher: HarperCollins
Rating: 4.5/5
Source of book: Library
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