Birds of a Feather Bookworms
Just a reminder..
We meet the first Saturday of every month at 10:30 and our meeting usually lasts until midday. As well as a discussion of the previous book we have read, and the one that we are about to read, we have a chat about general matters over a light breakfast and a cup of coffee (or whatever your chosen beverage is!).
Our group is informal and there is no structured analysis of our books, it's more about the enjoyment and campanionship.
We currently have over 20 members if you wish to join us, please contact us (via the secretary or at the next meeting) and you will be added to our WhatsApp group so you can join in the inter meeting chats and get the details of our meeting location.
Our group is informal and there is no structured analysis of our books, it's more about the enjoyment and campanionship.
We currently have over 20 members if you wish to join us, please contact us (via the secretary or at the next meeting) and you will be added to our WhatsApp group so you can join in the inter meeting chats and get the details of our meeting location.
April 2024 Meeting
The next meeting of our Book Club is on Saturday 6th April 2024. Full details will be published in the WhatsApp Group
March 2024 Meeting
2nd March 2024
Seventeen members of the Book Club met to discuss the book The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides, which was our read for February. Whilst many members enjoyed the book with some describing it as a "page turner" and "couldn't put it down" - others were not of the same opinion. This provided the basis for a very good discussion as both points of view were considered by those present. A full book review will be available here shortly.
Our book for March is The River Between us by Liz Fenwick. We have previously read The Path to the Sea by the same author, which was well received. It will be interesting to see if the members have the same opinion of this one!
Our book for March is The River Between us by Liz Fenwick. We have previously read The Path to the Sea by the same author, which was well received. It will be interesting to see if the members have the same opinion of this one!
February 2024 Meeting
3rd February 2024
The next meeting of our Book Club is on Saturday 3rd February 2024. Full details of times, venue etc have been issued in the WhatsApp group.
Our book this month is The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides.. He was born in Cyprus to a Greek-Cypriot father and an English mother. He read English at Cambridge University and received an MA in screenwriting from the American Film Institute.
He wrote the film Devil You Know, starring Rosamund Pike,and co-wrote The Con is On, starring Uma Thurman and Tim Roth. The Silent Patient was his debut novel released in 2019 and it took the literary world by storm.
Just a quick glance at some of the feedback from fellow writers and actors and you know that you are in for a very special read.
The Times described it as a 'superior psycho-thriller' whilst best selling author A J Finn says that it is the 'perfect thriller.' Stephen Fry added that it was 'Absolutely brilliant . . . I read it in a state of intense, breathless excitement '
The Silent Patient is a shocking psychological thriller of a woman's act of violence against her husband--and of the therapist obsessed with uncovering her motive.
Our book this month is The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides.. He was born in Cyprus to a Greek-Cypriot father and an English mother. He read English at Cambridge University and received an MA in screenwriting from the American Film Institute.
He wrote the film Devil You Know, starring Rosamund Pike,and co-wrote The Con is On, starring Uma Thurman and Tim Roth. The Silent Patient was his debut novel released in 2019 and it took the literary world by storm.
Just a quick glance at some of the feedback from fellow writers and actors and you know that you are in for a very special read.
The Times described it as a 'superior psycho-thriller' whilst best selling author A J Finn says that it is the 'perfect thriller.' Stephen Fry added that it was 'Absolutely brilliant . . . I read it in a state of intense, breathless excitement '
The Silent Patient is a shocking psychological thriller of a woman's act of violence against her husband--and of the therapist obsessed with uncovering her motive.
January 2024 Meeting
Our first meeting of 2024 was on Saturday 6th January. The group discussed last month's main book Three Sisters by Heather Morris. This is the final book in the trilogy written by this author. Most felt that whilst it was not a comfortable read it was compelling. A few thought that of the three books this was the best (if you can have a "best" covering this difficult subject). It definitely showed the power of love between three sisters which helped them to survive the hardships and difficulties they had to face.
This month we have 3 very different books on offer. The main read is Us Three by Ruth Jones (of Gavin & Stacey fame). It is the story of 3 childhood friends who swear an oath on an empty Curly Wurly wrapper to always be there for each other. This was the case for several years but betrayal and tragedy strike and the childhood bond is broken. However due to a life changing event they are brought back together and they are presented with the chance to rekindle their friendship. However the question is whether they can or even if they want to.
The first additional read this month is The One Plus One by Jo Jo Moyes. This tells the story of two people, Ed and Jess, who are brought together by a chance encounter. Ed doesn't want to save anyone and Jess doesn't want saving. But could Jess and Ed add up to something better together?
Our non-fiction choice for this month is Judi Dench and furthermore. Judi writes in depth about the highs and lows of her career. It includes memories of her family, fellow actors, directors and writers. Judi has always said that she can't work unless she can laugh in rehearsal and what shines through in this book is how her zest for acting is underpinned by her sense of humour.
This month we have 3 very different books on offer. The main read is Us Three by Ruth Jones (of Gavin & Stacey fame). It is the story of 3 childhood friends who swear an oath on an empty Curly Wurly wrapper to always be there for each other. This was the case for several years but betrayal and tragedy strike and the childhood bond is broken. However due to a life changing event they are brought back together and they are presented with the chance to rekindle their friendship. However the question is whether they can or even if they want to.
The first additional read this month is The One Plus One by Jo Jo Moyes. This tells the story of two people, Ed and Jess, who are brought together by a chance encounter. Ed doesn't want to save anyone and Jess doesn't want saving. But could Jess and Ed add up to something better together?
Our non-fiction choice for this month is Judi Dench and furthermore. Judi writes in depth about the highs and lows of her career. It includes memories of her family, fellow actors, directors and writers. Judi has always said that she can't work unless she can laugh in rehearsal and what shines through in this book is how her zest for acting is underpinned by her sense of humour.
December Meeting
There's a change of day, time and venue for the next meeting of our Book Club. Full details have been shared on the WhatsApp Group.
November Meeting
Our book club met on a very wet Saturday 4th November to discuss last month's main book - The Dry by Jane Harper. The feedback provided by members was very positive and we will be reading more titles by this author.
The main read for November is The Four Winds by Kristin Hannah. This is the story of Elsa who lives with her in-laws, her drunk husband and their 2 children. She is fighting for emotional, physical and mental survival. This book tells of the choices she has to make to ensure the wellbeing of her children.
Also available are Dear Mrs Bird by A J Pearce. This is the first book in the trilogy which most of the group read earlier this year. However, pending the availability of the 3rd novel in this series we wanted to give our newer members a chance to read the first 2 novels. The second, Yours Cheerfully will be availble in December.
Finally members have the chance to read the memoirs of Miriam Margoyles in This Much is True.
The main read for November is The Four Winds by Kristin Hannah. This is the story of Elsa who lives with her in-laws, her drunk husband and their 2 children. She is fighting for emotional, physical and mental survival. This book tells of the choices she has to make to ensure the wellbeing of her children.
Also available are Dear Mrs Bird by A J Pearce. This is the first book in the trilogy which most of the group read earlier this year. However, pending the availability of the 3rd novel in this series we wanted to give our newer members a chance to read the first 2 novels. The second, Yours Cheerfully will be availble in December.
Finally members have the chance to read the memoirs of Miriam Margoyles in This Much is True.
October Meeting
The group's next meeting is Saturday 7th October 2023. All details re time & venue are in the WhatsApp Group.
Our book choices for October are The Dry by Jane Harper. This is the main read. The book was the debut novel from this Australian author and was released in 2016. Set in a small outback town during the worst drought the country has ever seen, Federal Police investigator, Aaron Falk, returns home for the funeral of his childhood best friend and finds himself amid a cesspit of boiling tensions, suspicions and allegations.
This was made into a film in 2020 starring Eric Bana as Aaron Falk. It is available on Netflix.
One of the first books the group read was Cartes Postales from Greece by Victoria Hislop. The group really liked this book and in preparation for more from this author in the coming months newer members will have a chance to read this wonderful novel as it is one of the other choices available for October.
The final title available this month is Our House by Louise Candlish. This has recently been made into an ITV series.
When Fiona Lawson comes home to find strangers moving into her house, she's sure there's been a mistake. She and her estranged husband, Bram, have a modern co-parenting arrangement: bird's nest custody, where each parent spends a few nights a week with their two sons at the prized family home to maintain stability for their children. But the system built to protect their family ends up putting them in terrible jeopardy. In a domino effect of crimes and misdemeanors, the nest comes tumbling down.
Now Bram has disappeared and so have Fiona's children. As events spiral well beyond her control, Fiona will discover just how many lies her husband was weaving and how little they truly knew each other. But Bram's not the only one with things to hide, and some secrets are best kept to oneself, safe as houses.
Three excellent titles for the members to read this month.
Our book choices for October are The Dry by Jane Harper. This is the main read. The book was the debut novel from this Australian author and was released in 2016. Set in a small outback town during the worst drought the country has ever seen, Federal Police investigator, Aaron Falk, returns home for the funeral of his childhood best friend and finds himself amid a cesspit of boiling tensions, suspicions and allegations.
This was made into a film in 2020 starring Eric Bana as Aaron Falk. It is available on Netflix.
One of the first books the group read was Cartes Postales from Greece by Victoria Hislop. The group really liked this book and in preparation for more from this author in the coming months newer members will have a chance to read this wonderful novel as it is one of the other choices available for October.
The final title available this month is Our House by Louise Candlish. This has recently been made into an ITV series.
When Fiona Lawson comes home to find strangers moving into her house, she's sure there's been a mistake. She and her estranged husband, Bram, have a modern co-parenting arrangement: bird's nest custody, where each parent spends a few nights a week with their two sons at the prized family home to maintain stability for their children. But the system built to protect their family ends up putting them in terrible jeopardy. In a domino effect of crimes and misdemeanors, the nest comes tumbling down.
Now Bram has disappeared and so have Fiona's children. As events spiral well beyond her control, Fiona will discover just how many lies her husband was weaving and how little they truly knew each other. But Bram's not the only one with things to hide, and some secrets are best kept to oneself, safe as houses.
Three excellent titles for the members to read this month.
September Meeting
August Meeting
The next meeting of our Book Worms Book Club is on Saturday 5th August 2023.
All details available in the WhatsApp group.
Our book choice for August is Yours Cheerfully by A J Pearce. This is the sequel to Dear Mrs Bird which we read and enjoyed earlier this year.
The synopsis of the book, as published by Waterstones is:-
Following the departure of the formidable Editor, Henrietta Bird, from Woman's Friend magazine, things are looking up for Emmeline Lake as she takes on the challenge of becoming a young wartime advice columnist. Her relationship with boyfriend Charles is blossoming, while Emmy's best friend Bunty, is still reeling from the very worst of the Blitz, but bravely looking to the future. Together, the friends are determined to Make a Go of It.
When the Ministry of Information calls on Britain's women's magazines to help recruit desperately needed female workers to the war effort, Emmy is thrilled to be asked to step up and help. But when she and Bunty meet a young woman who shows them the very real challenges that women war workers face, Emmy must tackle a life-changing dilemma between doing her duty, and standing by her friends.
Every bit as funny, heartwarming, and touching as AJ Pearce's debut, Dear Mrs Bird, Yours Cheerfully is a celebration of friendship, a testament to the strength of women and the importance of lifting each other up, even in the most challenging times.
All details available in the WhatsApp group.
Our book choice for August is Yours Cheerfully by A J Pearce. This is the sequel to Dear Mrs Bird which we read and enjoyed earlier this year.
The synopsis of the book, as published by Waterstones is:-
Following the departure of the formidable Editor, Henrietta Bird, from Woman's Friend magazine, things are looking up for Emmeline Lake as she takes on the challenge of becoming a young wartime advice columnist. Her relationship with boyfriend Charles is blossoming, while Emmy's best friend Bunty, is still reeling from the very worst of the Blitz, but bravely looking to the future. Together, the friends are determined to Make a Go of It.
When the Ministry of Information calls on Britain's women's magazines to help recruit desperately needed female workers to the war effort, Emmy is thrilled to be asked to step up and help. But when she and Bunty meet a young woman who shows them the very real challenges that women war workers face, Emmy must tackle a life-changing dilemma between doing her duty, and standing by her friends.
Every bit as funny, heartwarming, and touching as AJ Pearce's debut, Dear Mrs Bird, Yours Cheerfully is a celebration of friendship, a testament to the strength of women and the importance of lifting each other up, even in the most challenging times.
July Meeting
The next meeting of our Book Worms Book Club is on Saturday 1st July 2023.
All details available in the WhatsApp group.
July's book choice is The Secrets of Strangers by Charity Norman.
The synopsis of the book as published on Google is :-
Five strangers, one cafe - and the day that everything changed. A regular weekday morning veers drastically off-course for a group of strangers whose paths cross in a London cafe - their lives never to be the same again when an apparently crazed gunman holds them hostage.
But there is more to the situation than first meets the eye and as the captives grapple with their own inner demons, the line between right and wrong starts to blur. Will the secrets they keep stop them from escaping with their lives?
All details available in the WhatsApp group.
July's book choice is The Secrets of Strangers by Charity Norman.
The synopsis of the book as published on Google is :-
Five strangers, one cafe - and the day that everything changed. A regular weekday morning veers drastically off-course for a group of strangers whose paths cross in a London cafe - their lives never to be the same again when an apparently crazed gunman holds them hostage.
But there is more to the situation than first meets the eye and as the captives grapple with their own inner demons, the line between right and wrong starts to blur. Will the secrets they keep stop them from escaping with their lives?
June Meeting
So our final month with two books to read and our main book this month is The Salt Path by Raynor Winn.
Just days after learning that Moth her husband of 32 years is terminally ill, their home and their livelihood is taken away. With nothing left and little time they make the brave and impulsive decision to walk the 630 miles of the sea-swept South West Coast Path from Somerset to Dorset via Devon and Cornwall.
With almost no money for food or shelter they must carry only the essentials for survival on their backs as they live wild in the ancient, weathered landscape of cliffs, sky and sea. Yet through every step, every encounter and every test along the way their walk becomes a remarkable journey.
The Salt Path is an honest and life affirming true story of coming to terms with grief and the healing power of the natural world. Ultimately, it is a story of home and how it can be lost, rebuilt and rediscovered in the most unexpected ways.
Just days after learning that Moth her husband of 32 years is terminally ill, their home and their livelihood is taken away. With nothing left and little time they make the brave and impulsive decision to walk the 630 miles of the sea-swept South West Coast Path from Somerset to Dorset via Devon and Cornwall.
With almost no money for food or shelter they must carry only the essentials for survival on their backs as they live wild in the ancient, weathered landscape of cliffs, sky and sea. Yet through every step, every encounter and every test along the way their walk becomes a remarkable journey.
The Salt Path is an honest and life affirming true story of coming to terms with grief and the healing power of the natural world. Ultimately, it is a story of home and how it can be lost, rebuilt and rediscovered in the most unexpected ways.
Our second offering this month is Who's Lying Now? by Susan Lewis.
You think you’re safe.
You think you know your neighbours.
But can you ever really know who’s telling the truth?
Jeannie Symonds is a force to be reckoned with – an eccentric, award-winning publisher, spending lockdown with her husband in a house near Kesterly-on-Sea. She seems to have it all: a high-flying career, a happy marriage, a niece she adores.
And then one day, she vanishes.
Cara Jakes is a new trainee investigator – young, intelligent and eager to prove herself. When she teams up with detective Andee Lawrence to look into the disappearance, she is determined to find out what has really happened to Jeannie. Cara begins to question the residents of this close-knit community, sure that someone has a secret to hide.
But how can she separate the truth from the lies?
Looks like another page turner and a fairly new book as it was only published last year.
You think you’re safe.
You think you know your neighbours.
But can you ever really know who’s telling the truth?
Jeannie Symonds is a force to be reckoned with – an eccentric, award-winning publisher, spending lockdown with her husband in a house near Kesterly-on-Sea. She seems to have it all: a high-flying career, a happy marriage, a niece she adores.
And then one day, she vanishes.
Cara Jakes is a new trainee investigator – young, intelligent and eager to prove herself. When she teams up with detective Andee Lawrence to look into the disappearance, she is determined to find out what has really happened to Jeannie. Cara begins to question the residents of this close-knit community, sure that someone has a secret to hide.
But how can she separate the truth from the lies?
Looks like another page turner and a fairly new book as it was only published last year.
May Meeting
This month there is change of day and time as otherwise we clash with the coronation!
Our main read is The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah. The book tells the story of two sisters in France during World War II and their struggle to survive and resist the German occupation of France.
Our main read is The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah. The book tells the story of two sisters in France during World War II and their struggle to survive and resist the German occupation of France.
Our second book is the psychological thriller Take Your Breath Away by Linwood Barclay......
Perhaps not one for reading late at night!
Perhaps not one for reading late at night!
April Fools Day and we meet again...
Our main book this month is The Corset by Laura Purcell.
The Guardian's review says:
A compelling slice of early Victorian gothic . Vivid and well researched, this book is an evocative portrait of a society that punishes women who dare to contravene social norms . as well as a splendid mystery with suitably melodramatic flourishes (Guardian)
The synopsis is as follows:-
Is prisoner Ruth Butterham mad or a murderer? Victim or villain? Dorothea Truelove is young, wealthy and beautiful. Ruth Butterham is young, poor and awaiting trial for murder. When Dorothea's charitable work leads her to Oakgate Prison, she finds herself drawn to Ruth, a teenage seamstress - and self-confessed murderess - who nurses a dark and uncanny secret. A secret that is leading her straight to the gallows.
As Ruth reveals her disturbing past to Dorothea, the fates of these two women entwine, and with every revelation, a new layer of doubt is cast...Can Ruth be trusted? Is she mad, or a murderer?
The Guardian's review says:
A compelling slice of early Victorian gothic . Vivid and well researched, this book is an evocative portrait of a society that punishes women who dare to contravene social norms . as well as a splendid mystery with suitably melodramatic flourishes (Guardian)
The synopsis is as follows:-
Is prisoner Ruth Butterham mad or a murderer? Victim or villain? Dorothea Truelove is young, wealthy and beautiful. Ruth Butterham is young, poor and awaiting trial for murder. When Dorothea's charitable work leads her to Oakgate Prison, she finds herself drawn to Ruth, a teenage seamstress - and self-confessed murderess - who nurses a dark and uncanny secret. A secret that is leading her straight to the gallows.
As Ruth reveals her disturbing past to Dorothea, the fates of these two women entwine, and with every revelation, a new layer of doubt is cast...Can Ruth be trusted? Is she mad, or a murderer?
The second choice for April is Freckles by Cecelia Ahern.
Please remember that this is an optional choice.
The second books were always intended for anyone who may have read the main book choice for any given month or people who read quickly and can get through 2 books.
This book is described as emotional and uplifting with the tag line....
What if the people who have the power to change your life are the ones who have been there all along .......
Two very different book choices.
Please remember that this is an optional choice.
The second books were always intended for anyone who may have read the main book choice for any given month or people who read quickly and can get through 2 books.
This book is described as emotional and uplifting with the tag line....
What if the people who have the power to change your life are the ones who have been there all along .......
Two very different book choices.
March Books...
Our books for March are Dear Mrs Bird by AJ Pearce and All the Lonely People by Mike Gayle.
Dear Mrs Bird is our main read and is set in London during World War II. It is the author's debut novel and tells the story of a young woman who longs to be a war correspondent and inadvertently becomes a secret advice columnist.
Originally published in 2018 it is described as "a jaunty heartbreaking winner" Think The Guernsey Literary & Potato Peel Society.
Dear Mrs Bird is our main read and is set in London during World War II. It is the author's debut novel and tells the story of a young woman who longs to be a war correspondent and inadvertently becomes a secret advice columnist.
Originally published in 2018 it is described as "a jaunty heartbreaking winner" Think The Guernsey Literary & Potato Peel Society.
Our second book All the Lonely People.
This is described as an adorable book about loneliness, friendship, acceptance and how our life is in our control.
Hubert Bird is an 84 year old widower who is sort of dragged out of loneliness by his new 24 yr old neighbour Ashleigh and her daughter Layla. It sounds great.
This is described as an adorable book about loneliness, friendship, acceptance and how our life is in our control.
Hubert Bird is an 84 year old widower who is sort of dragged out of loneliness by his new 24 yr old neighbour Ashleigh and her daughter Layla. It sounds great.
February Books...
So our February books and again two to tackle....
Fay Merryweather runs her cake shop from her beautiful garden. She whips up airy sponges and scrumptious scones, while her customers enjoy the lovely blossoms and gorgeous blooms.
Looking after the cake shop, the garden and her cantankerous mother means Fay is always busy but she accepts her responsibilities because if she doesn't do all this, who will? Then Danny Wilde walks into her life and makes Fay question every decision she's ever made.
When a sudden tragedy strikes, Fay's entire world is thrown off balance even further and she doesn't know which way to turn. Can Fay find the strength to make a life-changing decision - even if it means giving up the thing she loves the most?
Fay Merryweather runs her cake shop from her beautiful garden. She whips up airy sponges and scrumptious scones, while her customers enjoy the lovely blossoms and gorgeous blooms.
Looking after the cake shop, the garden and her cantankerous mother means Fay is always busy but she accepts her responsibilities because if she doesn't do all this, who will? Then Danny Wilde walks into her life and makes Fay question every decision she's ever made.
When a sudden tragedy strikes, Fay's entire world is thrown off balance even further and she doesn't know which way to turn. Can Fay find the strength to make a life-changing decision - even if it means giving up the thing she loves the most?
With the Blitz over and London reeling from war, jazz musician Lawrie Matthews has answered England's call for help.
Fresh off the Empire Windrush, he's taken a tiny room in south London lodgings, and has fallen in love with the girl next door. Lawrie has poured his heart into his new home - and it's alive with possibility. Until, one morning, he makes a terrible discovery.
As the local community rallies, fingers of blame are pointed at those who had recently been welcomed with open arms. And, before long, the newest arrivals become the prime suspects in a tragedy which threatens to tear the city apart.
Atmospheric, poignant and compelling, Louise Hare's debut shows that new arrivals have always been the prime suspects. But, also, that there is always hope.
Fresh off the Empire Windrush, he's taken a tiny room in south London lodgings, and has fallen in love with the girl next door. Lawrie has poured his heart into his new home - and it's alive with possibility. Until, one morning, he makes a terrible discovery.
As the local community rallies, fingers of blame are pointed at those who had recently been welcomed with open arms. And, before long, the newest arrivals become the prime suspects in a tragedy which threatens to tear the city apart.
Atmospheric, poignant and compelling, Louise Hare's debut shows that new arrivals have always been the prime suspects. But, also, that there is always hope.
January Books...
Where did that year go......
We are already off to a good start with two books again this month;-
We are already off to a good start with two books again this month;-
Our main book this month is Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens. This is also a film which some of us went to see last year and thoroughly enjoyed.
A brief synopsis of the book is:-
Abandoned by her family at a tender age, a solitary Catherine attempts to fend for herself, much to society's dismay. Soon, she finds herself framed for her former boyfriend's death.
A brief synopsis of the book is:-
Abandoned by her family at a tender age, a solitary Catherine attempts to fend for herself, much to society's dismay. Soon, she finds herself framed for her former boyfriend's death.
Our second book is This Lovely City by Louise Hare.
Google books give the following synopsis:-
An atmospheric and utterly compelling debut novel about a Jamaican immigrant living in postwar London, This Lovely City shows that new arrivals have always been the prime suspects — but that even in the face of anger and fear, there is always hope.London, 1950.
Google books give the following synopsis:-
An atmospheric and utterly compelling debut novel about a Jamaican immigrant living in postwar London, This Lovely City shows that new arrivals have always been the prime suspects — but that even in the face of anger and fear, there is always hope.London, 1950.
December Books...
So two books again this month, the first is the Beekeeper of Aleppo by Christy Lefteri.
The synopsis is as follows:
Nuri is a beekeeper and his wife, Afra, an artist. They live happily in the beautiful Syrian city of Aleppo - until the unthinkable happens and they are forced to flee. However, the terrible things which Afra has seen have caused her to go blind and they embark on a perilous journey through Turkey and Greece towards an uncertain future in Britain. This plot is similar to that of American Dirt, for those members who have read it. However everyone's journey is unique with its own challenges.
Our second book is a very different, book for this month - and it might be termed a "quick read" with just 288 pages. It is The Midnight Library by Matt Haig.
The synopsis is as follows: Nora's life has been going from bad to worse. Then at the stroke of midnight on her last day on earth she finds herself transported to a library. There she is given the chance to undo her regrets and try out each of the other lives she might have lived. Which causes the question, with infinite choices what is the best way to live?
Our Book Club group met for a festive brunch and few took advantage of the special offer on a glass of fizz!
November Books...
We have 2 very different reads for this month.
Our main book is The Colour of Bee Larkham's Murder by Sarah J Harris.
This book is described as a captivating mystery about a boy with synesthesia—a condition that causes him to see colors when he hears sounds—who tries to uncover what happened to his beautiful neighbour, and if he was ultimately responsible.
This book is described as a captivating mystery about a boy with synesthesia—a condition that causes him to see colors when he hears sounds—who tries to uncover what happened to his beautiful neighbour, and if he was ultimately responsible.
Our second read is Cilka's Journey by Heather Morris. This is described as historical fiction. Here is the plot summary from Macmillan
Her beauty saved her — and condemned her.
Cilka is just sixteen years old when she is taken to Auschwitz-Birkenau Concentration Camp in 1942, where the commandant immediately notices how beautiful she is. Forcibly separated from the other women prisoners, Cilka learns quickly that power, even unwillingly taken, equals survival.
When the war is over and the camp is liberated, freedom is not granted to Cilka: She is charged as a collaborator for sleeping with the enemy and sent to a Siberian prison camp. But did she really have a choice? And where do the lines of morality lie for Cilka, who was send to Auschwitz when she was still a child?
In Siberia, Cilka faces challenges both new and horribly familiar, including the unwanted attention of the guards. But when she meets a kind female doctor, Cilka is taken under her wing and begins to tend to the ill in the camp, struggling to care for them under brutal conditions.
Confronting death and terror daily, Cilka discovers a strength she never knew she had. And when she begins to tentatively form bonds and relationships in this harsh, new reality, Cilka finds that despite everything that has happened to her, there is room in her heart for love.
From child to woman, from woman to healer, Cilka's journey illuminates the resilience of the human spirit—and the will we have to survive.
Her beauty saved her — and condemned her.
Cilka is just sixteen years old when she is taken to Auschwitz-Birkenau Concentration Camp in 1942, where the commandant immediately notices how beautiful she is. Forcibly separated from the other women prisoners, Cilka learns quickly that power, even unwillingly taken, equals survival.
When the war is over and the camp is liberated, freedom is not granted to Cilka: She is charged as a collaborator for sleeping with the enemy and sent to a Siberian prison camp. But did she really have a choice? And where do the lines of morality lie for Cilka, who was send to Auschwitz when she was still a child?
In Siberia, Cilka faces challenges both new and horribly familiar, including the unwanted attention of the guards. But when she meets a kind female doctor, Cilka is taken under her wing and begins to tend to the ill in the camp, struggling to care for them under brutal conditions.
Confronting death and terror daily, Cilka discovers a strength she never knew she had. And when she begins to tentatively form bonds and relationships in this harsh, new reality, Cilka finds that despite everything that has happened to her, there is room in her heart for love.
From child to woman, from woman to healer, Cilka's journey illuminates the resilience of the human spirit—and the will we have to survive.
October Reading...
We again have 2 totally different books for our October reads.
Our main book is one of our non fiction choices WHO AM I AGAIN? by Lennie Henry.
Our main book is one of our non fiction choices WHO AM I AGAIN? by Lennie Henry.
The synopsis is: -
decked out in floppy bow tie and Frank Spencer beret, Lenny appeared on our TV screens for the first time. So began the transformation from apprentice factory worker to future national treasure of Sir Lenny Henry.
In his long-awaited autobiography, Lenny tells the extraordinary story of his early years and sudden rise to fame. Born soon after his Jamaican parents had arrived in the Midlands, Lenny was raised as one of seven siblings in a boisterous, hilarious, complicated working household, and sent out into the world with his mum's mantra of 'H'integration! H'integration! H'integration!' echoing in his ears. A natural ability to make people laugh came in handy. At school it helped subdue the daily racist bullying. In the park, it led to lifelong friendships and occasional snogs. Soon, it would put him on stage at working men's clubs and Black Country discotheques. And then an invitation to audition for ITVs New Faces would change his life for ever.
But those first years of show business, in a 1970s Britain of questionable variety shows, endless seaside summer seasons, casual chauvinism and blatant racism, were a bewildering experience for a lone black teenager. At every stage, he wondered: 'Am I good enough? Is this what they want? Who am I, again?'
decked out in floppy bow tie and Frank Spencer beret, Lenny appeared on our TV screens for the first time. So began the transformation from apprentice factory worker to future national treasure of Sir Lenny Henry.
In his long-awaited autobiography, Lenny tells the extraordinary story of his early years and sudden rise to fame. Born soon after his Jamaican parents had arrived in the Midlands, Lenny was raised as one of seven siblings in a boisterous, hilarious, complicated working household, and sent out into the world with his mum's mantra of 'H'integration! H'integration! H'integration!' echoing in his ears. A natural ability to make people laugh came in handy. At school it helped subdue the daily racist bullying. In the park, it led to lifelong friendships and occasional snogs. Soon, it would put him on stage at working men's clubs and Black Country discotheques. And then an invitation to audition for ITVs New Faces would change his life for ever.
But those first years of show business, in a 1970s Britain of questionable variety shows, endless seaside summer seasons, casual chauvinism and blatant racism, were a bewildering experience for a lone black teenager. At every stage, he wondered: 'Am I good enough? Is this what they want? Who am I, again?'
A change the mood again our second book for October has been recommended by Mel at the library.
It is called THE PULL OF THE STARS by Irish author Emma Donahue.
The synopsis from Goodreads is as follows:-
In an Ireland doubly ravaged by war and disease, Nurse Julia Power works at an understaffed hospital in the city center, where expectant mothers who have come down with the terrible new Flu are quarantined together. Into Julia's regimented world step two outsiders—Doctor Kathleen Lynn, a rumoured Rebel on the run from the police, and a young volunteer helper, Bridie Sweeney.
In the darkness and intensity of this tiny ward, over three days, these women change each other's lives in unexpected ways. They lose patients to this baffling pandemic, but they also shepherd new life into a fearful world. With tireless tenderness and humanity, carers and mothers alike somehow do their impossible work.
In The Pull of the Stars, Emma Donoghue once again finds the light in the darkness in this new classic of hope and survival against all odds. This promises to be a very moving book. It is set in 1918.
There are limited copies of this one available but we have them for awhile so everyone will get a chance to read it if they wish to.
It is called THE PULL OF THE STARS by Irish author Emma Donahue.
The synopsis from Goodreads is as follows:-
In an Ireland doubly ravaged by war and disease, Nurse Julia Power works at an understaffed hospital in the city center, where expectant mothers who have come down with the terrible new Flu are quarantined together. Into Julia's regimented world step two outsiders—Doctor Kathleen Lynn, a rumoured Rebel on the run from the police, and a young volunteer helper, Bridie Sweeney.
In the darkness and intensity of this tiny ward, over three days, these women change each other's lives in unexpected ways. They lose patients to this baffling pandemic, but they also shepherd new life into a fearful world. With tireless tenderness and humanity, carers and mothers alike somehow do their impossible work.
In The Pull of the Stars, Emma Donoghue once again finds the light in the darkness in this new classic of hope and survival against all odds. This promises to be a very moving book. It is set in 1918.
There are limited copies of this one available but we have them for awhile so everyone will get a chance to read it if they wish to.
September cometh....
So our September books and this time two to keep us busy.
Our books for next month are Holding by Graham Norton. This was Graham's debut novel and is set in a remote Irish village called Dundeen.
The story begins with the discovery of a body.....
Waterstones describe this as 'A masterful debut, Holding is an intelligently crafted story of love, secrets and loss.
Our books for next month are Holding by Graham Norton. This was Graham's debut novel and is set in a remote Irish village called Dundeen.
The story begins with the discovery of a body.....
Waterstones describe this as 'A masterful debut, Holding is an intelligently crafted story of love, secrets and loss.
Our second read is The Secrets of Crickley Hall by James Herbert.
This is described as a 'long novel ' about a haunted country house in England which examines the relationship between religious zealotry and child abuse.
Quite dark, but then James is a renowned horror story author, this book may not appeal to everyone!
As usual details of the meeting have been sent out via the WhatsAp Group.
This is described as a 'long novel ' about a haunted country house in England which examines the relationship between religious zealotry and child abuse.
Quite dark, but then James is a renowned horror story author, this book may not appeal to everyone!
As usual details of the meeting have been sent out via the WhatsAp Group.
August already
Unfortunately with the holidays upon us it was not a full meeting, but good fun and loads of good conversation.
So our book for august is Case Histories by Kate Atkinson.
This is the first book in Kate Atkinson's Jackson Brodie Mysteries series and finds private investigator Jackson Brodie following three seemingly unconnected family mysteries in Cambridge.
Case one: A little girl goes missing in the night.
Case two: A beautiful young office worker falls victim to a maniac's apparently random attack.
Case three: A new mother finds herself trapped in a hell of her own making - with a very needy baby and a very demanding husband - until a fit of rage creates a grisly, bloody escape.
Thirty years after the first incident, as private investigator Jackson Brodie begins investigating all three cases, startling connections and discoveries emerge . . . sounds as though it should be a good read and it has some great reviews.
So our book for august is Case Histories by Kate Atkinson.
This is the first book in Kate Atkinson's Jackson Brodie Mysteries series and finds private investigator Jackson Brodie following three seemingly unconnected family mysteries in Cambridge.
Case one: A little girl goes missing in the night.
Case two: A beautiful young office worker falls victim to a maniac's apparently random attack.
Case three: A new mother finds herself trapped in a hell of her own making - with a very needy baby and a very demanding husband - until a fit of rage creates a grisly, bloody escape.
Thirty years after the first incident, as private investigator Jackson Brodie begins investigating all three cases, startling connections and discoveries emerge . . . sounds as though it should be a good read and it has some great reviews.
Book Clubs Birthday!
It was our first birthday at our last meeting and else w0uld we celebrate with except with cake!
Thank you Ruth for this beautiful creation.
Thank you Ruth for this beautiful creation.
July and more for your to enjoy
At our next Book Club Meeting where we will be celebrating our first birthday !!🎂🎈
We have another 2 very different books to read this month.
The first is America Dirt by Jeanine Cummins. This is the story of Lydia and her 8 year old son Luca who have to flee their home in Acapulco after friends become enemies overnight. Her only option is to move north to the border - doing whatever it takes to stay alive. The journey is dangerous for them and the people who they encounter along the way. Who can be trusted? What sacrifices is Lydia prepared to make?
America Dirt is described as shining a beam of light into a world where a mother's love for her son - and the kindness of strangers - might just triumph. The book has sold over a million copies since publication.
We have another 2 very different books to read this month.
The first is America Dirt by Jeanine Cummins. This is the story of Lydia and her 8 year old son Luca who have to flee their home in Acapulco after friends become enemies overnight. Her only option is to move north to the border - doing whatever it takes to stay alive. The journey is dangerous for them and the people who they encounter along the way. Who can be trusted? What sacrifices is Lydia prepared to make?
America Dirt is described as shining a beam of light into a world where a mother's love for her son - and the kindness of strangers - might just triumph. The book has sold over a million copies since publication.
Our second book for this month is the delightful Miss Benson's Beetle by Rachel Joyce.
Described in a review as 'A beautiful portrayal of female friendship in all its frailties, contradictions and strengths' ' Rachel Joyce made me laugh out loud then weep for the battered majesty of ordinary human beings.' ' A beautifully written, extraordinary quest in which two ordinary, overlooked women embark on an unlikely scientific expedition to the South Seas' Totally different to our first book - but I'm still looking forward to reading this one too.
Described in a review as 'A beautiful portrayal of female friendship in all its frailties, contradictions and strengths' ' Rachel Joyce made me laugh out loud then weep for the battered majesty of ordinary human beings.' ' A beautifully written, extraordinary quest in which two ordinary, overlooked women embark on an unlikely scientific expedition to the South Seas' Totally different to our first book - but I'm still looking forward to reading this one too.
June and a double delight
Because of the Platinum Jubilee we are meeting one week later this month. It gives you that much needed extra week to plough through the mamouth tome of Wolf Hall. Which wins the accolade for the longest book so far!!
However June is going to be a busy as we have two books this month.
However June is going to be a busy as we have two books this month.
One described as uplifting and comedic; - A ninety-year-old woman with Alzheimer's and a heartbroken young man end up sharing a ride to Brussels that changes their lives forever....
The other Magpie Murders, is a book within a book; one half of it a homage to the murder mysteries of old like Agatha Christie and the other a more modern whodunnit ...
Don't worry if you are not a fast reader, we have special arrangements with the library this month.
Because of how the month falls and the fact that we met a week late last month, our July meeting will be on the 9th, giving us 4 weeks between meetings.
The other Magpie Murders, is a book within a book; one half of it a homage to the murder mysteries of old like Agatha Christie and the other a more modern whodunnit ...
Don't worry if you are not a fast reader, we have special arrangements with the library this month.
Because of how the month falls and the fact that we met a week late last month, our July meeting will be on the 9th, giving us 4 weeks between meetings.
So May is on the horizon
We have our May Bookclub meeting on Saturday 7th of May, all details of the meet up are inthe Whatsapp Group message.
Our May book is Wolf Hall, which tells the story of how Thomas Cromwell, the son of a blacksmith, rises to power to become one of the wealthiest, most powerful men in King Henry VIII's court. While it contains many flashbacks and begins in 1500, it mainly concerns the years 1527–35, from the meeting of Henry VIII and his second wife, Anne Boleyn, to the execution of the clergyman Sir Thomas More. So a completely different genre for us to read. It is the highly acclaimed and Man Booker Prize winning novel by Hilary Mantel. This is the first book of the Wolf Hall Trilogy.
Apparently some people have said they felt "lost" as they didn't have a background knowledge of Tudor history. So just in case there is anybody in the group who isn't into this period of history here is a summary which hopefully will help everyone pick up the point in history where the Wolf Hall novels begin.
As a very quick overview, Henry VIII wanted to divorce his first wife Katherine of Aragon so he could marry Anne Boleyn who was refusing to be just his mistress. In the Catholic Church, Henry needed special dispensation from the Pope for a divorce which was refused. Henry then argued that the marriage should be annulled as it went against a passage in the bible forbidding a man to marry his brother’s widow (Katherine was originally married to Henry’s older brother Arthur before he died but she swore they never consummated the marriage). Henry sought help from his almoner and Lord Chancellor Cardinal Wolsey (for whom Cromwell worked) during this time and when Wolsey was unable to negotiate a solution, Henry became more and more frustrated. There is much more to this famous historical event but this is essentially the point where (after a brief introduction to Cromwell’s upbringing) Wolf Hall starts.
Our May book is Wolf Hall, which tells the story of how Thomas Cromwell, the son of a blacksmith, rises to power to become one of the wealthiest, most powerful men in King Henry VIII's court. While it contains many flashbacks and begins in 1500, it mainly concerns the years 1527–35, from the meeting of Henry VIII and his second wife, Anne Boleyn, to the execution of the clergyman Sir Thomas More. So a completely different genre for us to read. It is the highly acclaimed and Man Booker Prize winning novel by Hilary Mantel. This is the first book of the Wolf Hall Trilogy.
Apparently some people have said they felt "lost" as they didn't have a background knowledge of Tudor history. So just in case there is anybody in the group who isn't into this period of history here is a summary which hopefully will help everyone pick up the point in history where the Wolf Hall novels begin.
As a very quick overview, Henry VIII wanted to divorce his first wife Katherine of Aragon so he could marry Anne Boleyn who was refusing to be just his mistress. In the Catholic Church, Henry needed special dispensation from the Pope for a divorce which was refused. Henry then argued that the marriage should be annulled as it went against a passage in the bible forbidding a man to marry his brother’s widow (Katherine was originally married to Henry’s older brother Arthur before he died but she swore they never consummated the marriage). Henry sought help from his almoner and Lord Chancellor Cardinal Wolsey (for whom Cromwell worked) during this time and when Wolsey was unable to negotiate a solution, Henry became more and more frustrated. There is much more to this famous historical event but this is essentially the point where (after a brief introduction to Cromwell’s upbringing) Wolf Hall starts.
April Already...
As Spring arrives we have our April book Club to look forward to and our next book...
The Last Thing He Told Me by Laura Dave
This thriller was a New York Times bestseller. Before disappearing Owen Michaels smuggled a note to his new wife Hannah, protect her. Hannah knows he is referring to his teenage daughter Bailey. Bailey was a child when she tragically lost her mum and she wants nothing to do with her new stepmother.
Hannahs calls to Owen go unanswered, his boss is arrested for fraud and the police question Hannah. She realises that her husband isn't who he said he was, that Bailey may hold the key to discovering Owen's true Identity and why he disappeared. Together Hannah and Bailey set out to discover the truth. However as they start to put together the pieces of Owen's past they soon realise that their lives will never be the same again!
Some of the comments about the book are;- "A thriller with a real heart", "Clever, compulsive and twisty as hell" and "Superbly crafted and unpredictable in the best way".
Sounds as though it should be a good read!
The Last Thing He Told Me by Laura Dave
This thriller was a New York Times bestseller. Before disappearing Owen Michaels smuggled a note to his new wife Hannah, protect her. Hannah knows he is referring to his teenage daughter Bailey. Bailey was a child when she tragically lost her mum and she wants nothing to do with her new stepmother.
Hannahs calls to Owen go unanswered, his boss is arrested for fraud and the police question Hannah. She realises that her husband isn't who he said he was, that Bailey may hold the key to discovering Owen's true Identity and why he disappeared. Together Hannah and Bailey set out to discover the truth. However as they start to put together the pieces of Owen's past they soon realise that their lives will never be the same again!
Some of the comments about the book are;- "A thriller with a real heart", "Clever, compulsive and twisty as hell" and "Superbly crafted and unpredictable in the best way".
Sounds as though it should be a good read!
March Cometh...
So the first Saturday of the month and we meet to discuss the February book, which seemed to go down well with our readers.
But what we in store for March?
Our new book is "Eleanor Oliphant is completely fine" by Gail Honeyman. This was Gail's first book and it was the winner of the 2017 Costa Book Awards.
The Daily Mail said - 'Unforgettable, brilliant, funny and life-affirming'
Whilst the Sunday Express described it as - 'Hugely original, a funny and sad tale of a survivor who tackles the challenges of emotional reconnection with grave courage. Unmissable'
Author Jojo Moyes said it was - 'Funny, touching and unpredictable'.
It has also been recommended by Mel from Arnold Library.
The story centres on Eleanor Oliphant, a social misfit with a traumatic past who becomes enamoured with a singer, whom she believes she is destined to be with. The novel deals with themes of isolation and loneliness, and depicts Eleanor's transformational journey towards a fuller understanding of self and life.
But what we in store for March?
Our new book is "Eleanor Oliphant is completely fine" by Gail Honeyman. This was Gail's first book and it was the winner of the 2017 Costa Book Awards.
The Daily Mail said - 'Unforgettable, brilliant, funny and life-affirming'
Whilst the Sunday Express described it as - 'Hugely original, a funny and sad tale of a survivor who tackles the challenges of emotional reconnection with grave courage. Unmissable'
Author Jojo Moyes said it was - 'Funny, touching and unpredictable'.
It has also been recommended by Mel from Arnold Library.
The story centres on Eleanor Oliphant, a social misfit with a traumatic past who becomes enamoured with a singer, whom she believes she is destined to be with. The novel deals with themes of isolation and loneliness, and depicts Eleanor's transformational journey towards a fuller understanding of self and life.
February Already...
Saturday 8th February
Back to our usual Ist Saturday of the Month slot and a chance to talk about the January book.
A group of us met, ate, talked and put the world to rights and went away with our next book.
A psychological thriller by Clare Mackintosh "I see you"
Critics have used such words as "Astonishing", "Compelling" and "Absolutely Brilliant". It will be intersting to see what we make of it.
A group of us met, ate, talked and put the world to rights and went away with our next book.
A psychological thriller by Clare Mackintosh "I see you"
Critics have used such words as "Astonishing", "Compelling" and "Absolutely Brilliant". It will be intersting to see what we make of it.
Beating the January Blue's..
Saturday 8th January
A change for us to meet on the second Saturday - but we all knew because of our WhatsApp group and lets face it who was going to be up bright and early on New Years Day!
Back at Coopers Brook for our chat, catch up and book review....
Then onto the next one...
Small Great Things is the twenty-fifth novel by the American author, Jodi Picoult. The book focuses on race in America and revolves around the protagonist, a delivery nurse, named Ruth Jefferson. Small Great Things has been adapted into a film starring Viola Davis and Julia Roberts.
Back at Coopers Brook for our chat, catch up and book review....
Then onto the next one...
Small Great Things is the twenty-fifth novel by the American author, Jodi Picoult. The book focuses on race in America and revolves around the protagonist, a delivery nurse, named Ruth Jefferson. Small Great Things has been adapted into a film starring Viola Davis and Julia Roberts.
Christmas Brunch
Saturday 4th December
As a Christmas treat we headed to the Cosy club for our December book Club meeting. We has a great time (and yes we did talk about our November book).
I think we were all in a bit of awe at the magnificent Christmas Tree in the reception.
We have a very appropriate book to read in December - The Christmas Shopaholic by Sopie Kinsella
I think we were all in a bit of awe at the magnificent Christmas Tree in the reception.
We have a very appropriate book to read in December - The Christmas Shopaholic by Sopie Kinsella
And the next one Please.....
Saturday 6th November
We had a lovely monring at Sprinters in Arnold, chatting and eating. There wasn't a lot of talk about our last book, in fact only one of our members had read the entire book.....
But that is the beauty of our Book Club as we read things (or try to) we may not normally choose for ourselves.
So to our next book...... is called Grandmothers by Salley Vickers.
It's a story about 3 very different women and their relationship with the younger generation. As the story unfolds we observe how the web of family life binds and affects us. How friendship can sustain us in adversary and how these powerful intergenerational relationships may alter and enrich us to the very end.
So our next meet up, this will be on Saturday 4th of December, for details please contact us to be added to the WhatsApp group.
Please note our December meeting will start at 11:00am and be in a central Nottingham location
But that is the beauty of our Book Club as we read things (or try to) we may not normally choose for ourselves.
So to our next book...... is called Grandmothers by Salley Vickers.
It's a story about 3 very different women and their relationship with the younger generation. As the story unfolds we observe how the web of family life binds and affects us. How friendship can sustain us in adversary and how these powerful intergenerational relationships may alter and enrich us to the very end.
So our next meet up, this will be on Saturday 4th of December, for details please contact us to be added to the WhatsApp group.
Please note our December meeting will start at 11:00am and be in a central Nottingham location
And the next book is....
So for our third book and how appropraiate.... Autumn by Ali Smith
Interestingly there is nothing on the jacket to give us a clue as to what the book is about, although it has got lots of rave reviews.
Looking forward to hearing what everyone thinks of this one......
Please keep an eye out on the WhatsApp group for the meeting details.
Interestingly there is nothing on the jacket to give us a clue as to what the book is about, although it has got lots of rave reviews.
Looking forward to hearing what everyone thinks of this one......
Please keep an eye out on the WhatsApp group for the meeting details.
Book Review September - The Path to the Sea by Liz Fenwick
As with the August book the author’s love of Cornwall comes alive through this book. However, the consensus of opinion from our club members was that this is a “slow burner”.
It covers 3 generations of a family connected to a large house in Cornwall. The book switches time zones from the 1960s through to present time as it relates the memories and experiences of each of the women. However, many felt that it was worth persevering with the early chapters and thoroughly enjoyed it once it gathered momentum.
As with the August book the author’s love of Cornwall comes alive through this book. However, the consensus of opinion from our club members was that this is a “slow burner”.
It covers 3 generations of a family connected to a large house in Cornwall. The book switches time zones from the 1960s through to present time as it relates the memories and experiences of each of the women. However, many felt that it was worth persevering with the early chapters and thoroughly enjoyed it once it gathered momentum.
Book Review - Cartes Postales From Greece - by Victoria Hislop
In August we read Cartes Postales from Greece by Victoria Hislop.
This was a beautifully written novel and clearly displayed the author’s love of Greece. For those members who had visited Greece it was easy to relate and helped them step back to their visits, whilst for those of us who have never visited it has made us want to go. Julie - can we put this on the trips suggestions please!!
In August we read Cartes Postales from Greece by Victoria Hislop.
This was a beautifully written novel and clearly displayed the author’s love of Greece. For those members who had visited Greece it was easy to relate and helped them step back to their visits, whilst for those of us who have never visited it has made us want to go. Julie - can we put this on the trips suggestions please!!
So a little about the book.
Week after week, the postcards arrive, addressed to a name Ellie does not know, with no return address, each signed with an initial: A.
With their bright skies, blue seas and alluring images of Greece, these cartes postales brighten her life. After six months, to her disappointment, they cease. But the montage she has created on the wall of her flat has cast a spell. She must see this country for herself.
On the morning Ellie leaves for Athens, a notebook arrives. Its pages tell the story of a man's odyssey through Greece. Moving, surprising and sometimes dark, A's tale unfolds with the discovery not only of a culture but also of a desire to live life to the full once more.
Beloved, bestselling author Victoria Hislop's Cartes Postales from Greece is fiction illustrated with photographs that make this journey around Greece, already alive in the imagination, linger forever in the mind.
Wow! I've never been to Greece but I'm looking forward to reading this book. What about you?
As soon as the books are available I will let you know and details of our first meet up will be circulated via our WhatsApp group, which I'm really looking forward to.
I hope this hasn't been information overload but I wanted to give you some background information and whet your appetite for the book.
Thank you ladies
LindaB x
Birds of a Feather Book Club Announcement
Hello everyone.
Well it looks like we are going to be getting some more freedom, good news as we come into summer. But what have you been reading during lockdown?
A good romance, historical novel, murder mystery, science fiction? I would like to get a zoom meeting arranged for us to discuss some of the books which have helped you through lockdown..... And those that you’d recommend we avoid!
If you are interested in joining us, please either comment on our Facebook page or via your Telephone Buddy ask me to get in touch with you. If Zoom meetings aren’t your thing then you can still get involved, I am happy to telephone you so we can get your input and keep you involved.
If all goes to plan the library will be open mid April and I can then arrange to get us our next book to read. Hopefully by the time we’ve read that we can meet face to face for breakfast.
Looking forward to seeing you all soon.
Linda B
Hello everyone.
Well it looks like we are going to be getting some more freedom, good news as we come into summer. But what have you been reading during lockdown?
A good romance, historical novel, murder mystery, science fiction? I would like to get a zoom meeting arranged for us to discuss some of the books which have helped you through lockdown..... And those that you’d recommend we avoid!
If you are interested in joining us, please either comment on our Facebook page or via your Telephone Buddy ask me to get in touch with you. If Zoom meetings aren’t your thing then you can still get involved, I am happy to telephone you so we can get your input and keep you involved.
If all goes to plan the library will be open mid April and I can then arrange to get us our next book to read. Hopefully by the time we’ve read that we can meet face to face for breakfast.
Looking forward to seeing you all soon.
Linda B
Our current book club can look forward to a new reading list shortly as we look to re-establish this.
We will restart the "Brunch" meet up as soon as current restrictions allow.
You can expect to find details of how to join the group here, along with the latest book reviews.
We will restart the "Brunch" meet up as soon as current restrictions allow.
You can expect to find details of how to join the group here, along with the latest book reviews.