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Posts relating to book clubs. Overviews of book club books–with an eye for variety.
An American Marriage by Tayari Jones is a poignant and thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of love, commitment, and justice within the backdrop of the African American experience. It follows the lives of Celestial and Roy, a young, ambitious couple whose marriage is tested when Roy is wrongfully incarcerated. The story delves into how … Read more
Under the Cover of Mercy by Rebecca Connolly is a work of historical fiction set in Belgium during World War I. I have read many books set during World War II, but I believe this is my first set during the earlier war. It is the captivating story of a courageous group of nurses. I’m … Read more
Whether you’re in a book club or just enjoy reading, it can be fun to think about important themes and ideas in a book. It’s an interesting exercise whether you agree with the ideas in the book or not. My book club decided to read and discuss The Mystic Jesus by Marianne Williamson. This book … Read more
My aunt has kindly shared her book club’s list of books for the year. I thought it would be fun to pass the information along. There’s a nice mix of fiction and nonfiction, so perhaps this list of book club books will help you find your next read! Read on for brief descriptions of each … Read more