January 2024 Bookclub News

magnetic women deeply conversing

 

Dear Bookclub,

Our seemingly mild-mannered gathering at Kate's turned into a dynamic marathon fueled by the foursome present. Perhaps the pre-book-discussion dialogue, very much enjoyed, along with a delicious meal, went on a bit long, when Denny, who'd retreated to a movie theater, returned, gave us his review of "Boys in the Boat" and we then recognized it was about time to discuss Ann Patchett's "Tom Lake".

We could have flown cross-country by now, but nothing was nearly as enjoyable or productive as the time we'd spent laughing and sharing. Kate's homemade cherry pie pointed us in the right direction and at approximately 10 pm, we got down to business.

Kate's memorable table setting

All enjoyed the book and whatever deep insights were attained, have flown this woman's memory. I'm sure we mentioned the pandemic and the cherry farm, Ann's previous more memorable books and bits of this book that seemed implausible. 

Jeffrey Brown's interview of Ann Patchett on the PBS NewsHour is a terrific 8 minute wander into the makings of "Tom Lake":

https://www.google.com/search?client=firefox-b-1-d&q=Ann+patchett+tom+lae#fpstate=ive&vld=cid:4ee2598a,vid:Oo-6qXCTj98,st:0 

 

Ann's writing treadmill

The Inspiration

 

Kate's suggestions for an upcoming selection:

"Fresh Water for Flowers" Valérie Perrin *chosen           

"Daisy Darker" Alice Feeney

"While You Were Out" Meg Kissinger

 

 

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Happy reading,

LK