[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"$fcf4E38a0w_CefEYaXgxJDj9fwFXnegusYwc_f8G7TIw":3},{"data":4,"headers":614},{"brand":5,"route":6,"title":7,"seo":8,"components":16,"pageMeta":248,"dataSources":262},"arc","\u002Fretirement-guide\u002Fretirement-living\u002F10-best-books-for-seniors","10 Best Books for Seniors ",{"_uid":9,"title":10,"ogType":11,"robots":11,"schema":12,"ogTitle":10,"ogLocale":13,"component":14,"description":15,"twitterCard":11,"ogDescription":15,"geo.position":11,"geo.placename":11,"geo.region":11},"90706833-a644-4ba7-b974-cae8bb176e98","10 Best Books for Seniors | Atria Retirement Canada ","","{\n  \"@context\": \"http:\u002F\u002Fschema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"Article\",\n  \"headline\": \"10 Best Books for Seniors\",\n  \"image\": \"https:\u002F\u002Fa-us.storyblok.com\u002Ff\u002F1018269\u002F2121x1414\u002F901b78a612\u002Fbooks-blog-hero.jpg\",\n  \"description\": \"See what older adults are reading at Atria Retirement Canada and learn about how reading lengthens lifespan and improves quality of life.\",\n  \"datePublished\": \"2026-09-30\",\n  \"articleSection\": \"Great news for bookworms: Reading is good for you! Reading is still a popular activity in Canada, and for good reason. People of all ages, but especially older adults, benefit from relaxing with a good book since it can lower stress, offer mental stimulation and even improve memory. Many of the best books for seniors are now available as audiobooks and large-print books for older adults who might have trouble seeing small print. Check out this list of books and authors to find your next favourite read. 10. The Covenant of Water [with book cover image linked] The Covenant of Water by Abraham Verghese is set against the backdrop of Kerala’s Malabar Coast in South India between 1900 and 1977, tracing the touching saga of a family spanning three generations. Their story is marked by an unusual affliction: In each generation, at least one person meets a tragic fate by drowning. 9. Saucer: Savage Planet [with book cover image linked] Saucer: Savage Planet by Stephen Coonts is the third installment in the Saucer series. The novel continues the adventures of the young pilot, Adam Solo, and former Air Force test pilot, Charley Pine, as they encounter a second flying saucer buried within the Earth. This discovery leads them to Antarctica, where they face dangerous foes who seek to use the saucer’s advanced technology for their own evil purposes. Throughout the story, Coonts weaves together thrilling action, science fiction elements and geopolitical intrigue as the heroes race to prevent the misuse of alien technology. 8. Chestnut Street [with book cover image linked] Chestnut Street by Maeve Binchy is a collection of interconnected short stories centred around the residents of Chestnut Street, a fictional location in Dublin. Each story offers a glimpse into the lives, dreams and challenges of its characters, providing readers with intimate portraits of human nature, relationships and daily life. Though each story stands alone, they collectively paint a vibrant picture of a community. Binchy’s keen observations and warm writing style bring the characters to life, making the reader feel as if they’re a part of this Dublin neighbourhood. 7. Alias Grace [with book cover image linked] Alias Grace by Margaret Atwood fictionalizes the life of Grace Marks, one of the most enigmatic and notorious women of the 19th century. Convicted for her involvement in the vicious murders of her employer, Thomas Kinnear, and Nancy Montgomery, his housekeeper and mistress, Grace claims to have no memory of the crime she supposedly committed. In Atwood’s captivating prose, Dr. Simon Jordan, an up-and-coming expert in the burgeoning field of mental illness, attempts to unlock Grace’s memories to discover if she is as wicked as many people claim, or if she is a victim of circumstance. 6. The Last Mandarin [with book cover image linked] The Last Mandarin by Louise Penny and Mellissa Fung is a fast-paced, all-too-real thriller in which global politics become personal for two unlikely heroines. When security and fire alarms go off simultaneously across the globe, setting off a panic, the signal is traced back to China. Vivian Li, a Chinese dissident who escaped China after Tiananmen Square and has become a globally recognized human rights activist, is called to the White House alongside her estranged daughter, Alice Li, in hopes that they can decipher why the Chinese president ordered this attack or if the perpetrator is someone else entirely. Caught up in the chaos, Vivian and Alice must work together to decode an old legend invented by women, for women, in time to stop the next, cataclysmic attack. 5. Salem Falls [with book cover image linked] Salem Falls by Jodi Picoult follows Jack St. Bride, a former teacher wrongly accused of a crime, trying to start fresh in a new town. His budding romance with Addie Peabody is jeopardized when local teens, influenced by witchcraft and rumours, level new accusations against him. The novel draws parallels to the Salem witch trials, exploring modern-day prejudices and the consequences of lies. 4. We Were the Lucky Ones [with book cover image linked] We Were the Lucky Ones by Georgia Hunter is a historical novel based on the true experiences of the Kurc family, Jews from Poland, during the Second World War. Scattered across continents due to the Holocaust, each family member faces daunting challenges. Despite the odds, the Kurcs miraculously survive and eventually reunite, showcasing the resilience of the human spirit and the power of family bonds. 3. Moon Over Water [with book cover image linked] Moon Over Water by Debbie Macomber is a romantic suspense novel. The story revolves around Lorraine Dancy, who finds herself in trouble after discovering the truth about her father’s identity and his illegal activities. As she tries to uncover more about her past, she ends up in Mexico, where she is wrongly accused of theft. To save herself, Lorraine must rely on Jack Keller, a rugged adventurer with his own reasons for getting involved. As they navigate through danger, intrigue and hidden treasures, their relationship deepens, leading to romantic sparks amidst the chaos. The novel combines Macomber’s hallmark romance with action and suspense, delivering a thrilling tale of love and adventure.  2. The Black Wolf [with book cover image linked] The Black Wolf by Louise Penny follows Chief Inspector Armand Gamache of the Sûreté du Québec. Several weeks ago, Gamache and his team uncovered and stopped a domestic terrorist attack in Montréal, arresting the man responsible – a man they called the Black Wolf. In a sickening turn of events, however, Gamache discovers that the horrific plot was a deliberate misdirection that he fell into. Appalled to think that his mistake has allowed the real Black Wolf to continue walking free, Gamache leads a covert investigation in the quiet village of Three Pines, playing a lethal game of cat and mouse with an invisible foe who is gathering forces and preparing to strike. 1. A Tree Grows in Brooklyn [with book cover image linked] A Tree Grows in Brooklyn by Betty Smith is a novel set in the early 20th century. It follows the life and ambitions of Francie Nolan, a young girl growing up in the poverty-stricken neighbourhoods of Brooklyn, New York. Despite facing hardships, including her father’s alcoholism and the family’s constant struggle to make ends meet, Francie’s observant nature and love for reading offer her an escape. The resilient tree in their courtyard, which thrives despite its environment, symbolizes hope and Francie’s determination to rise above her circumstances. The story is a touching exploration of family, poverty, dreams and the unshakeable human spirit. Reading is still one of Canada’s favourite pastimes. Many Atria Retirement Canada residents agree. As one summed it up, “A book makes a story more real. It’s more powerful to imagine things in my head than to watch them on TV.” The benefits of losing yourself in a good book don’t stop there. Research shows that regular readers can strengthen their memory skills and reduce their risk of cognitive decline. Reading also lowers stress, improves mood and helps you relax and fall asleep. As a Yale study in 2022 showed, people who read often live longer than people who don’t, no matter their gender, wealth, education or health. Add to that the social aspects of chatting with book club members for an extra dose of wellness. Connecting with others through social activities keeps your body and brain active and helps improve seniors’ quality of life. Reading isn’t just down time – it’s exercise for your brain! So, whether you love a good page-turning thriller, a whodunit mystery, a belly-laugh comedy or an “I never knew that” biography, join us at an Atria Retirement Canada community near you to meet some new fellow bookworm friends.\",\n  \"url\": \"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.atriaretirement.ca\u002Fretirement-guide\u002Fretirement-living\u002F10-best-books-for-seniors\"\n}\n","en_CA","seo-fields","See what older adults are reading at Atria Retirement Canada and learn about how reading lengthens lifespan and improves quality of life. 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People of all ages, but especially older adults, benefit from relaxing with a good book since it can lower stress, offer mental stimulation and even improve memory. Many of the best books for seniors are now available as audiobooks and large-print books for older adults who might have trouble seeing small print.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cbr>\n\u003Ch2 class=\"heading heading--is-level-2 spacing--is-mb-xsmall spacing--is-pt-small\">Check out this list of books and authors to find \u003Ci>your\u003C\u002Fi> next favourite read.\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\u003Cbr>\u003Cbr>\n\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.ca\u002FCovenant-Water-Abraham-Verghese\u002Fdp\u002F0802162177\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-11029\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fa-us.storyblok.com\u002Ff\u002F1018269\u002F340x509\u002Ffdb816b34c\u002Fthe-covenant-of-water.jpg\" alt=\"The Covenant of Water by Abraham Verghese\" width=\"250\" height=\"374\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Fa>\n\u003Cbr>\n\u003Ch3 class=\"heading heading--is-level-3 spacing--is-mb-xsmall\">10. The Covenant of Water\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\u003Cbr>\n\u003Cp class=\"copy copy--is-font-secondary\">\u003Ci>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.ca\u002FCovenant-Water-Abraham-Verghese\u002Fdp\u002F0802162177\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"link has-text-holiday-content-hub-retirement-living link--is-font-secondary\">The Covenant of Water\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fi> by Abraham Verghese is set against the backdrop of Kerala’s Malabar Coast in South India between 1900 and 1977, tracing the touching saga of a family spanning three generations. Their story is marked by an unusual affliction: In each generation, at least one person meets a tragic fate by drowning.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cbr>\u003Cbr>\n\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.ca\u002FSaucer-Savage-Planet-Stephen-Coonts\u002Fdp\u002F1250042003\u002Fref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.T2o_-uG0CRN63smGTb3QwuJhBBF8NZQyBwzHUuF6xCbGjHj071QN20LucGBJIEps.y8GQikRoTaicbXRGhBjEa0SWAJ-I-oj5u4LEpJ2oVaI&qid=1789395606&sr=1-1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-11317\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fa-us.storyblok.com\u002Ff\u002F1018269\u002F275x500\u002F8411010bf5\u002Fsaucer-savage-planet.jpg\" alt=\"Saucer Savage Planet by Stephen Coonts\" width=\"250\" height=\"455\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Fa>\n\u003Cbr>\n\u003Ch3 class=\"heading heading--is-level-3 spacing--is-mb-xsmall\">9. Saucer: Savage Planet\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\u003Cbr>\n\u003Cp class=\"copy copy--is-font-secondary spacing--is-mb-small\">\u003Ci>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.ca\u002FSaucer-Savage-Planet-Stephen-Coonts\u002Fdp\u002F1250042003\u002Fref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.T2o_-uG0CRN63smGTb3QwuJhBBF8NZQyBwzHUuF6xCbGjHj071QN20LucGBJIEps.y8GQikRoTaicbXRGhBjEa0SWAJ-I-oj5u4LEpJ2oVaI&qid=1789395606&sr=1-1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"link has-text-holiday-content-hub-retirement-living link--is-font-secondary\">Saucer: Savage Planet\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fi> by Stephen Coonts is the third installment in the Saucer series. The novel continues the adventures of the young pilot, Adam Solo, and former Air Force test pilot, Charley Pine, as they encounter a second flying saucer buried within the Earth. This discovery leads them to Antarctica, where they face dangerous foes who seek to use the saucer’s advanced technology for their own evil purposes. Throughout the story, Coonts weaves together thrilling action, science fiction elements and geopolitical intrigue as the heroes race to prevent the misuse of alien technology.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cbr>\n\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.ca\u002FChestnut-Street-Maeve-Binchy-ebook\u002Fdp\u002FB00J3C4YBC\u002Fref=sr_1_1?crid=VJ5FQFCKM5J7&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.kPcVF08GP8fdDcTIg0P135eYGx-fAvC5PXh9hT_LVhpFDyGLQA1GDOY84DC3Q3pdvd_i4P8F61RA2fTG6LMbUFi5lqk9X3I2xfGCEzEDNH1yDR9HMCKmpnTWfYIsCRhs.LMKE_AMXUAhtCQuIDgbxR5jcU3Ufvb-NpYfXY52oEsQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=chestnut+street+maeve+binchy&qid=1789395662&s=books&sprefix=chestnut+street+meave+binch%2Cstripbooks%2C183&sr=1-1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fa-us.storyblok.com\u002Ff\u002F1018269\u002F345x522\u002F82b12b7d9b\u002Fchestnut-street.jpg\" alt=\"Chestnut Street by Maeve Binchy\" width=\"250\" height=\"378\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Fa>\n\u003Cbr>\n\u003Ch3 class=\"heading heading--is-level-3 spacing--is-mb-xsmall\">8. Chestnut Street\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\u003Cbr>\n\u003Cp class=\"copy copy--is-font-secondary spacing--is-mb-small\">\u003Ci>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.ca\u002FChestnut-Street-Maeve-Binchy-ebook\u002Fdp\u002FB00J3C4YBC\u002Fref=sr_1_1?crid=VJ5FQFCKM5J7&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.kPcVF08GP8fdDcTIg0P135eYGx-fAvC5PXh9hT_LVhpFDyGLQA1GDOY84DC3Q3pdvd_i4P8F61RA2fTG6LMbUFi5lqk9X3I2xfGCEzEDNH1yDR9HMCKmpnTWfYIsCRhs.LMKE_AMXUAhtCQuIDgbxR5jcU3Ufvb-NpYfXY52oEsQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=chestnut+street+maeve+binchy&qid=1789395662&s=books&sprefix=chestnut+street+meave+binch%2Cstripbooks%2C183&sr=1-1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"link has-text-holiday-content-hub-retirement-living link--is-font-secondary\">Chestnut Street\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fi> by Maeve Binchy is a collection of interconnected short stories centred around the residents of Chestnut Street, a fictional location in Dublin. Each story offers a glimpse into the lives, dreams and challenges of its characters, providing readers with intimate portraits of human nature, relationships and daily life. Though each story stands alone, they collectively paint a vibrant picture of a community. Binchy’s keen observations and warm writing style bring the characters to life, making the reader feel as if they’re a part of this Dublin neighbourhood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cbr>\n\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.ca\u002FAlias-Grace-Margaret-Atwood\u002Fdp\u002F0771008821\u002Fref=sr_1_1?crid=1HE0KJ0Q2UQB&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.H0l6PLnhmwRkvkaLtjWMDyRH78dB8Zh4YkHq7AOC5bc7Zj4pOZR4jRvZ0tanHwJQY1x6sJ3oRnR5ozW_67EOK3w-yTSzR7jNuarI_LKdJsDtmSLrFCuOYpE_IjOiTuEh4legLm74TCEg69JQBFMAoiRrtS5jVG-VPz2m2I3jwD_6c0XDtcXNG0xyti7lqx5AK__oR4M6giBSJw-l9Z2aimZ9V54ibIeK01my-zlyNTk.ysosWeLgiDfchBP69LT86cg4_S5UAKRH-o__fZ-c5QE&dib_tag=se&keywords=alias+grace+book&qid=1789395698&s=books&sprefix=alias+grace+book%2Cstripbooks%2C168&sr=1-1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fa-us.storyblok.com\u002Ff\u002F1018269\u002F338x522\u002Fcf27715c78\u002Falias-grace-1.jpg\" alt=\"Alias Grace by Margaret Atwood\" width=\"250\" height=\"386\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Fa>\n\u003Cbr>\n\u003Ch3 class=\"heading heading--is-level-3 spacing--is-mb-xsmall\">7. Alias Grace\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\u003Cbr>\n\u003Cp class=\"copy copy--is-font-secondary spacing--is-mb-small\">\u003Ci>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.ca\u002FAlias-Grace-Margaret-Atwood\u002Fdp\u002F0771008821\u002Fref=sr_1_1?crid=1HE0KJ0Q2UQB&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.H0l6PLnhmwRkvkaLtjWMDyRH78dB8Zh4YkHq7AOC5bc7Zj4pOZR4jRvZ0tanHwJQY1x6sJ3oRnR5ozW_67EOK3w-yTSzR7jNuarI_LKdJsDtmSLrFCuOYpE_IjOiTuEh4legLm74TCEg69JQBFMAoiRrtS5jVG-VPz2m2I3jwD_6c0XDtcXNG0xyti7lqx5AK__oR4M6giBSJw-l9Z2aimZ9V54ibIeK01my-zlyNTk.ysosWeLgiDfchBP69LT86cg4_S5UAKRH-o__fZ-c5QE&dib_tag=se&keywords=alias+grace+book&qid=1789395698&s=books&sprefix=alias+grace+book%2Cstripbooks%2C168&sr=1-1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"link has-text-holiday-content-hub-retirement-living link--is-font-secondary\">Alias Grace\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fi> by Margaret Atwood fictionalizes the life of Grace Marks, one of the most enigmatic and notorious women of the 19th century. Convicted for her involvement in the vicious murders of her employer, Thomas Kinnear, and Nancy Montgomery, his housekeeper and mistress, Grace claims to have no memory of the crime she supposedly committed. In Atwood’s captivating prose, Dr. Simon Jordan, an up-and-coming expert in the burgeoning field of mental illness, attempts to unlock Grace’s memories to discover if she is as wicked as many people claim, or if she is a victim of circumstance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cbr>\n\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.ca\u002FLast-Mandarin-Novel-Louise-Penny\u002Fdp\u002F1250412528\u002Fref=sr_1_1?crid=14EF39YZJJ606&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.1BsNNv0UoJfgU64qkK6oLaSRYnKD8h3ohJg_7vv4JxUHBcNiK-BTWz5WVFgHMXY-6rgTG4CKsyi_UdaCgQkyA3PMykNMeBTTRl3kLJdXVSbgHC2RPdRjhy323WVM6FBOZALMZGv5XHm4yNLTbw0_t5rt9MHTMg7urr0imLKbGwuF9JpoFgzouT46rTZEGW3hdAEf4yww_hW2E9ZwGm--2UTv0-cjfraE_4CG8ULS2JE.prLR0LhpXDwW8azjNgoUQKIgR75yRowGIu_Yo1lROTA&dib_tag=se&keywords=the+last+mandarin&qid=1789395725&s=books&sprefix=the+last+mandarin%2Cstripbooks%2C146&sr=1-1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fa-us.storyblok.com\u002Ff\u002F1018269\u002F658x1000\u002F14c66db215\u002Fthe-last-mandarin.jpeg\" alt=\"The Last Mandarin by Louise Penny and Mellissa Fung\" width=\"250\" height=\"380\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Fa>\n\u003Cbr>\n\u003Ch3 class=\"heading heading--is-level-3 spacing--is-mb-xsmall\">6. The Last Mandarin\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\u003Cbr>\n\u003Cp class=\"copy copy--is-font-secondary spacing--is-mb-small\">\u003Ci>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.ca\u002FLast-Mandarin-Novel-Louise-Penny\u002Fdp\u002F1250412528\u002Fref=sr_1_1?crid=14EF39YZJJ606&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.1BsNNv0UoJfgU64qkK6oLaSRYnKD8h3ohJg_7vv4JxUHBcNiK-BTWz5WVFgHMXY-6rgTG4CKsyi_UdaCgQkyA3PMykNMeBTTRl3kLJdXVSbgHC2RPdRjhy323WVM6FBOZALMZGv5XHm4yNLTbw0_t5rt9MHTMg7urr0imLKbGwuF9JpoFgzouT46rTZEGW3hdAEf4yww_hW2E9ZwGm--2UTv0-cjfraE_4CG8ULS2JE.prLR0LhpXDwW8azjNgoUQKIgR75yRowGIu_Yo1lROTA&dib_tag=se&keywords=the+last+mandarin&qid=1789395725&s=books&sprefix=the+last+mandarin%2Cstripbooks%2C146&sr=1-1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"link has-text-holiday-content-hub-retirement-living link--is-font-secondary\">The Last Mandarin\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fi> by Louise Penny and Mellissa Fung is a fast-paced, all-too-real thriller in which global politics become personal for two unlikely heroines. When security and fire alarms go off simultaneously across the globe, setting off a panic, the signal is traced back to China. Vivian Li, a Chinese dissident who escaped China after Tiananmen Square and has become a globally recognized human rights activist, is called to the White House alongside her estranged daughter, Alice Li, in hopes that they can decipher why the Chinese president ordered this attack or if the perpetrator is someone else entirely. Caught up in the chaos, Vivian and Alice must work together to decode an old legend invented by women, for women, in time to stop the next, cataclysmic attack.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cbr>\n\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.ca\u002FSalem-Falls-Jodi-Picoult-ebook\u002Fdp\u002FB000FC0TPE\u002Fref=sr_1_2?crid=1MLBRXPAS8V7H&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.w5ZaVGHzNxV_QqnypbdnmoSpPZ3bw5djVbUnBZ588xAmC2bT6ARNxO-GDwNEU5vwxcjvNDkpO9AVWlvQ_NDI7deFxQstlBblTORlSLDo6mtRtrLfMpHqqSR5uy8IXki0pyOf_4asbdkRPTq6b3mIMgvl0o0zz_AJUEZvIEq-AtGpCBhtXEBwJG-TufJ4t_6WQiAeZAcjZJt79h8gbn4DagaP51Q6Euc9YCoX5T74wA4.vT8CJMxEhPZ5smJFQ0jPs-SYMgejMUK2TzqtHKtfYm8&dib_tag=se&keywords=salem+falls&qid=1789395745&s=books&sprefix=salem+fal%2Cstripbooks%2C136&sr=1-2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fa-us.storyblok.com\u002Ff\u002F1018269\u002F1399x2173\u002Fced76231d5\u002Fsalem-falls.jpg\" alt=\"Salem Falls by Jodi Picoult\" width=\"250\" height=\"388\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Fa>\n\u003Cbr>\n\u003Ch3 class=\"heading heading--is-level-3 spacing--is-mb-xsmall\">5. Salem Falls\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\u003Cbr>\n\u003Cp class=\"copy copy--is-font-secondary spacing--is-mb-small\">\u003Ci>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.ca\u002FSalem-Falls-Jodi-Picoult-ebook\u002Fdp\u002FB000FC0TPE\u002Fref=sr_1_2?crid=1MLBRXPAS8V7H&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.w5ZaVGHzNxV_QqnypbdnmoSpPZ3bw5djVbUnBZ588xAmC2bT6ARNxO-GDwNEU5vwxcjvNDkpO9AVWlvQ_NDI7deFxQstlBblTORlSLDo6mtRtrLfMpHqqSR5uy8IXki0pyOf_4asbdkRPTq6b3mIMgvl0o0zz_AJUEZvIEq-AtGpCBhtXEBwJG-TufJ4t_6WQiAeZAcjZJt79h8gbn4DagaP51Q6Euc9YCoX5T74wA4.vT8CJMxEhPZ5smJFQ0jPs-SYMgejMUK2TzqtHKtfYm8&dib_tag=se&keywords=salem+falls&qid=1789395745&s=books&sprefix=salem+fal%2Cstripbooks%2C136&sr=1-2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"link has-text-holiday-content-hub-retirement-living link--is-font-secondary\">Salem Falls\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fi> by Jodi Picoult follows Jack St. Bride, a former teacher wrongly accused of a crime, trying to start fresh in a new town. His budding romance with Addie Peabody is jeopardized when local teens, influenced by witchcraft and rumours, level new accusations against him. The novel draws parallels to the Salem witch trials, exploring modern-day prejudices and the consequences of lies.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cbr>\n\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.ca\u002FWe-Were-Lucky-Ones-Novel\u002Fdp\u002F0399563091\u002Fref=sr_1_1?crid=ZRUXXOJT0DFY&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.fFczYZFdVbUfLlhK7AL2Lit79wdyYbhs0WpnYcpusHUdQTYKWOkwsIMcE5B1JoiDOM4Hhm0GilNPMFPh7buKForWRLysYpZrCZLTdZCGRxHmrBEMcN6BiRk6qcwSyFFGuyVc-d_IuaBvYSe1pUVttoRMUkC11OuPEoEF7IjJtXmwIEQR4VmEBfKoUV_XVcQD41GaVkhiVjbq5iFqVJ2Kc9mQcmRYmJjBdYXxJhkl3q0.wWhnkGv6jgZMvt_6oMvJhbko1-S9FxBRokY-AhbnD3c&dib_tag=se&keywords=we+were+the+lucky+ones&qid=1789395767&s=books&sprefix=we+were+the+lucky+one%2Cstripbooks%2C175&sr=1-1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fa-us.storyblok.com\u002Ff\u002F1018269\u002F300x450\u002Ffb2f94c4d4\u002Fwe-were-the-lucky-ones.jpg\" alt=\"We Were the Lucky Ones by Georgia Hunter\" width=\"250\" height=\"375\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Fa>\n\u003Cbr>\n\u003Ch3 class=\"heading heading--is-level-3 spacing--is-mb-xsmall\">4. We Were the Lucky Ones\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\u003Cbr>\n\u003Cp class=\"copy copy--is-font-secondary spacing--is-mb-small\">\u003Ci>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.ca\u002FWe-Were-Lucky-Ones-Novel\u002Fdp\u002F0399563091\u002Fref=sr_1_1?crid=ZRUXXOJT0DFY&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.fFczYZFdVbUfLlhK7AL2Lit79wdyYbhs0WpnYcpusHUdQTYKWOkwsIMcE5B1JoiDOM4Hhm0GilNPMFPh7buKForWRLysYpZrCZLTdZCGRxHmrBEMcN6BiRk6qcwSyFFGuyVc-d_IuaBvYSe1pUVttoRMUkC11OuPEoEF7IjJtXmwIEQR4VmEBfKoUV_XVcQD41GaVkhiVjbq5iFqVJ2Kc9mQcmRYmJjBdYXxJhkl3q0.wWhnkGv6jgZMvt_6oMvJhbko1-S9FxBRokY-AhbnD3c&dib_tag=se&keywords=we+were+the+lucky+ones&qid=1789395767&s=books&sprefix=we+were+the+lucky+one%2Cstripbooks%2C175&sr=1-1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"link has-text-holiday-content-hub-retirement-living link--is-font-secondary\">We Were the Lucky Ones\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fi> by Georgia Hunter is a historical novel based on the true experiences of the Kurc family, Jews from Poland, during the Second World War. Scattered across continents due to the Holocaust, each family member faces daunting challenges. Despite the odds, the Kurcs miraculously survive and eventually reunite, showcasing the resilience of the human spirit and the power of family bonds.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cbr>\u003Cbr>\n\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.ca\u002FMoon-over-water-Debbie-Macomber\u002Fdp\u002F1551663198\u002Fref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.m-7YWYobjf9z57KgQfEOIm9U5Ei8fwZxesx05nSD54JpiXj-QzEdPCHf0yJ0KZ7iXGF2W9NcwD76c-lMmR9LCgDXnqwumO6XqVq25biOcQAplaenHhbgUNY4DEWDNGp5nALYR9W1xGJl4kB2lFMx2-8fxwppcDIV35n6T70Hh0n-Wn6_n6cPV2rl5LjLo9XT8WsLJnfuzjl1E1BfUcuzGGNKDDh8GFJe6SxShOViDus.TI1O0xXMpgJNHhja5868gESYudz0c-HonBy6QtO67AA&qid=1789395799&sr=1-1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fa-us.storyblok.com\u002Ff\u002F1018269\u002F362x522\u002F9420c46513\u002Fmoon-over-water.jpg\" alt=\"Moon Over Water by Debbie Macomber\" width=\"250\" height=\"361\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Fa>\n\u003Cbr>\n\u003Ch3 class=\"heading heading--is-level-3 spacing--is-mb-xsmall\">3. Moon Over Water\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\u003Cbr>\n\u003Cp class=\"copy copy--is-font-secondary spacing--is-mb-small\">\u003Ci>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.ca\u002FMoon-over-water-Debbie-Macomber\u002Fdp\u002F1551663198\u002Fref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.m-7YWYobjf9z57KgQfEOIm9U5Ei8fwZxesx05nSD54JpiXj-QzEdPCHf0yJ0KZ7iXGF2W9NcwD76c-lMmR9LCgDXnqwumO6XqVq25biOcQAplaenHhbgUNY4DEWDNGp5nALYR9W1xGJl4kB2lFMx2-8fxwppcDIV35n6T70Hh0n-Wn6_n6cPV2rl5LjLo9XT8WsLJnfuzjl1E1BfUcuzGGNKDDh8GFJe6SxShOViDus.TI1O0xXMpgJNHhja5868gESYudz0c-HonBy6QtO67AA&qid=1789395799&sr=1-1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"link has-text-holiday-content-hub-retirement-living link--is-font-secondary\">Moon Over Water\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fi> by Debbie Macomber is a romantic suspense novel. The story revolves around Lorraine Dancy, who finds herself in trouble after discovering the truth about her father’s identity and his illegal activities. As she tries to uncover more about her past, she ends up in Mexico, where she is wrongly accused of theft. To save herself, Lorraine must rely on Jack Keller, a rugged adventurer with his own reasons for getting involved. As they navigate through danger, intrigue and hidden treasures, their relationship deepens, leading to romantic sparks amidst the chaos. The novel combines Macomber’s hallmark romance with action and suspense, delivering a thrilling tale of love and adventure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cbr>\n\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.ca\u002FBlack-Wolf-Novel-Louise-Penny\u002Fdp\u002F1250328179\u002Fref=sr_1_1?crid=62WZ4XCM4OBS&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.5eAQeLh3OUThYUjfcGSO5bPZTJGhIdt1Qazzrj3rpeavQS8mBK77jNlwEPPN-KhTUtyr6FIk-Mzx9eEDjrzHjIcTFNerY4DZygraFJUxxWEQiJsxRDquZZsFneApmyqFhg1r6yT3IVggNe2rEIRtPJyjYA4oJcoLVKShr9xRK6VDUjGemvGM5AYvX9dyOhGyKxEMvuduCh7U_QimZe9xZKTy341uxpOWeGD8THJC2tw.9sz6uIESXPa9w_RR7kWTuHu-RWbDanDYrJ9yMVo8Zbg&dib_tag=se&keywords=the+black+wolf&qid=1789395831&s=books&sprefix=the+black+wol%2Cstripbooks%2C145&sr=1-1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fa-us.storyblok.com\u002Ff\u002F1018269\u002F1875x2850\u002Fc1c35630dc\u002Fthe-black-wolf.jpg\" alt=\"The Black Wolf by Louise Penny\" width=\"250\" height=\"380\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Fa>\n\u003Cbr>\n\u003Ch3 class=\"heading heading--is-level-3 spacing--is-mb-xsmall\">2. The Black Wolf\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\u003Cbr>\n\u003Cp class=\"copy copy--is-font-secondary\">\u003Ci>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.ca\u002FBlack-Wolf-Novel-Louise-Penny\u002Fdp\u002F1250328179\u002Fref=sr_1_1?crid=62WZ4XCM4OBS&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.5eAQeLh3OUThYUjfcGSO5bPZTJGhIdt1Qazzrj3rpeavQS8mBK77jNlwEPPN-KhTUtyr6FIk-Mzx9eEDjrzHjIcTFNerY4DZygraFJUxxWEQiJsxRDquZZsFneApmyqFhg1r6yT3IVggNe2rEIRtPJyjYA4oJcoLVKShr9xRK6VDUjGemvGM5AYvX9dyOhGyKxEMvuduCh7U_QimZe9xZKTy341uxpOWeGD8THJC2tw.9sz6uIESXPa9w_RR7kWTuHu-RWbDanDYrJ9yMVo8Zbg&dib_tag=se&keywords=the+black+wolf&qid=1789395831&s=books&sprefix=the+black+wol%2Cstripbooks%2C145&sr=1-1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"link has-text-holiday-content-hub-retirement-living link--is-font-secondary\">The Black Wolf\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fi> by Louise Penny follows Chief Inspector Armand Gamache of the Sûreté du Québec. Several weeks ago, Gamache and his team uncovered and stopped a domestic terrorist attack in Montréal, arresting the man responsible – a man they called the Black Wolf. In a sickening turn of events, however, Gamache discovers that the horrific plot was a deliberate misdirection that he fell into. Appalled to think that his mistake has allowed the real Black Wolf to continue walking free, Gamache leads a covert investigation in the quiet village of Three Pines, playing a lethal game of cat and mouse with an invisible foe who is gathering forces and preparing to strike.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cbr>\n\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.ca\u002FTree-Grows-Brooklyn-75th-Anniversary\u002Fdp\u002F0060736267\u002Fref=sr_1_1?crid=1CIK404TWBA4R&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.aSaJSctCGn5Ro8I0W4ORaK3bgSk5xHL6YiC5PvVgKDpat9QayklHK5RVSCMZEqi_qsyZCSb5l8S5MCYnFYW-g_J8xpIXA0iITX0qg8bSNuxy-9WcUa4H8npRagw6qcHbua_8JF3vlfUDsChvVc2jGf9LfwzniIvNBIAQmtYxTzNvEJDqP7GiY4mQcpruTPI2j-FEtj-nuzj97tNUNgzKSSwpNSdGCUuZ0TseSvwcfo7v2kq6GY8VcPOOSvF8FDdSP4jg-P-3i_Ux9AIqKSuf9pLsXOZwwr3fAdKHnxj5f8s.hJ3RraV6lJ-h6WBIXyG8dbzzD4PwLxGLd6F3CLAIjmQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=a+tree+grows+in+brooklyn+book&qid=1789395862&sprefix=a+tree+grows+%2Caps%2C141&sr=8-1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fa-us.storyblok.com\u002Ff\u002F1018269\u002F350x527\u002Fe27196a23e\u002Fa-tree-grows-in-brooklyn.jpeg\" alt=\"A Tree Grows in Brooklyn by Betty Smith\" width=\"250\" height=\"376\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Fa>\n\u003Cbr>\n\u003Ch3 class=\"heading heading--is-level-3 spacing--is-mb-xsmall\">1. A Tree Grows in Brooklyn\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\u003Cbr>\n\u003Cp class=\"copy copy--is-font-secondary\">\u003Ci>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.ca\u002FTree-Grows-Brooklyn-75th-Anniversary\u002Fdp\u002F0060736267\u002Fref=sr_1_1?crid=1CIK404TWBA4R&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.aSaJSctCGn5Ro8I0W4ORaK3bgSk5xHL6YiC5PvVgKDpat9QayklHK5RVSCMZEqi_qsyZCSb5l8S5MCYnFYW-g_J8xpIXA0iITX0qg8bSNuxy-9WcUa4H8npRagw6qcHbua_8JF3vlfUDsChvVc2jGf9LfwzniIvNBIAQmtYxTzNvEJDqP7GiY4mQcpruTPI2j-FEtj-nuzj97tNUNgzKSSwpNSdGCUuZ0TseSvwcfo7v2kq6GY8VcPOOSvF8FDdSP4jg-P-3i_Ux9AIqKSuf9pLsXOZwwr3fAdKHnxj5f8s.hJ3RraV6lJ-h6WBIXyG8dbzzD4PwLxGLd6F3CLAIjmQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=a+tree+grows+in+brooklyn+book&qid=1789395862&sprefix=a+tree+grows+%2Caps%2C141&sr=8-1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"link has-text-holiday-content-hub-retirement-living link--is-font-secondary\">A Tree Grows in Brooklyn\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fi> by Betty Smith is a novel set in the early 20th century. It follows the life and ambitions of Francie Nolan, a young girl growing up in the poverty-stricken neighbourhoods of Brooklyn, New York. Despite facing hardships, including her father’s alcoholism and the family’s constant struggle to make ends meet, Francie’s observant nature and love for reading offer her an escape. The resilient tree in their courtyard, which thrives despite its environment, symbolizes hope and Francie’s determination to rise above her circumstances. The story is a touching exploration of family, poverty, dreams and the unshakeable human spirit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cbr>\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"heading heading--is-level-2 spacing--is-mb-xsmall spacing--is-pt-small\">Reading is still one of Canada’s favourite pastimes.\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\u003Cbr>\n\u003Cp class=\"copy copy--is-font-secondary\">Many Atria Retirement Canada residents agree. As one summed it up, “A book makes a story more real. It’s more powerful to imagine things in my head than to watch them on TV.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cbr>\n\u003Cp class=\"copy copy--is-font-secondary\">The benefits of losing yourself in a good book don’t stop there. Research shows that \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.phoenix.edu\u002Fblog\u002Fdoes-reading-improve-memory.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"link has-text-holiday-content-hub-retirement-living link--is-font-secondary\">regular readers can strengthen their memory skills\u003C\u002Fa> and \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\u002Fpmc\u002Farticles\u002FPMC8482376\u002F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"link has-text-holiday-content-hub-retirement-living link--is-font-secondary\">reduce their risk of cognitive decline\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cbr>\n\u003Cp class=\"copy copy--is-font-secondary\">Reading also lowers stress, improves mood and helps you relax and fall asleep. As a Yale study in 2022 showed, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.freethink.com\u002Fhealth\u002Freaders-live-longer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"link has-text-holiday-content-hub-retirement-living link--is-font-secondary\">people who read often live longer than people who don’t\u003C\u002Fa>, no matter their gender, wealth, education or health.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cbr>\n\u003Cp class=\"copy copy--is-font-secondary\">Add to that the social aspects of chatting with book club members for an extra dose of wellness. 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