Louise reaches to the Winnipeg-based writer Angela Lopes. who’ll discuss qualities of her debut novel, Bridge Retakes (Bookthug, 2017). The narrative traces the love affair with Canadian-born Phila and Sao Paolo inhabitant Ze. Their long-distance relationship carries great amorous intensity, while experiencing geographic, economic and familial challenges. Their musings include actual experiences of their relationship and heartfelt reflections.

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