I've been wanting to read this for a while. In 1978, the author won a $50,000 prize for the best first novel by a Canadian writer.

This is the story of Judith, who grew up on a pig farm, moved to the city to work as a secretary, but decides to buy her own farm in her mid-twenties. The author has done an amazing job of interspersing childhood events, Judith's affair with her boss in the city, and current events almost seamlessly. The characters are complex and I loved this story....by learning about aspects of Judith's life, we understand the choices she made. Great writing, good story. ( )

lots of info on pigs. they're weird and we eat them. interesting transitions from past to present like our thoughts. ( )