I think The Break also refers to a more general break in things such as relationships, ourselves, and our past. The Break refers to a piece of land between two rows of houses which is outside the home of Stella a young Métis mother who witnessed a violent act on the Break. THE BREAK by KATHERENA VERMETTE is a dark, gritty, heartbreaking, and a powerful intergenerational family saga that was quite intense and depressing to read. Through their various perspectives a larger, more comprehensive story about lives of the residents in Winnipeg’s North End is exposed.Ī powerful intergenerational family saga, The Break showcases Vermette’s abundant writing talent and positions her as an exciting new voice in Canadian literature. Officer Scott, a Métis policeman, feels caught between two worlds as he patrols the city. Phoenix, a homeless teenager, is released from a youth detention centre. Paulina, a single mother, struggles to trust her new partner. Cheryl, an artist, mourns the premature death of her sister Rain. Lou, a social worker, grapples with the departure of her live-in boyfriend.
In a series of shifting narratives, people who are connected, both directly and indirectly, with the victim - police, family, and friends - tell their personal stories leading up to that fateful night. When Stella, a young Métis mother, looks out her window one evening and spots someone in trouble on the Break - a barren field on an isolated strip of land outside her house - she calls the police to alert them to a possible crime. It might sound like a good idea, but the best idea is all natural with proper care and maintenance.2016 Rogers Writers' Trust Fiction Prize finalist Treating, coloring, hot air blasting, teasing, spraying, straightening, curling. But in their endless quest, they’ve often taken measures that damage their hair.Īs a result, it’s not uncommon for men with long hair to have healthier hair than some women, and you might even have women complimenting you on your hair.Īccept their compliments with grace and gratitude, and remember the reason why: less is more. Women have been going to great lengths for centuries to make their hair look great.
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Regular exercise, adequate sleep, and a healthy, balanced diet are all important. Your overall health and fitness are directly related to the health of your hair. But if you have split ends and your don’t trim them, they are going to get worse and it’s going to take more time to grow your hair longer in the end. We know it sucks getting your hair trimmed, especially if you’re eager for it to grow longer. They will not actually repair the damage and more likely will leave your hair more susceptible to further damage.
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