When she was finished, she went to the neighbouring library, bought the book and a spark flew. She was so taken by it that she decided to translate it in English for her Master's degree. Mrs O'Connor work was granted many compliments, especially concerning the way she had conveyed the meaning and sensibility of the French text. My husband Louis and the members of the audience were much impressed by the appreciation shown by the three professors for its original French version and the English translation. It was a memorable day and I have the impression that Belle-Moue will generate more sparks.
Literature now includes historiography, meta-fiction and biographies, to name a few.
Belle-Moue, part biography, part autobiography, is a blend of factual content and fictional style. It reads like modem-day fiction which has been scored with factual information. The theme is universal. The plot includes a distinct dimension - the veritable influence of religion and government on French Canada. and women in particular, in this century. She continues to write, sits on literary boards and resides in the Eastem Townships.