Next Year in Havana by Chanel Cleeton is not just a fiction book but also a history lesson. It takes place over different time periods and the Havana setting is its own character. The following book club questions will have spoilers, so if you haven’t read the novel yet, check out my preview and review first.
Next Year in Havana by Chanel Cleeton is a beautiful and passionate book about the strength of sacrifice. As I mentioned in my preview, Cuba is somewhat of a mystery. There’s the Cuban Missile Crisis, Castro’s long rule and famous tales of Hemingway in Old Havana. But obviously Cuba is much more than that. Next Year …
The Female Persuasion by Meg Wolitzer is an interesting concept about the politics of women mentorships with a critical eye to the dynamics among women. There are areas of the book I enjoy but ultimately, this read fell flat for me.
I’m still thinking about Love and Ruin by Paula McLain. The story takes you on Martha Gellhorn’s journey to forging a path as her own woman and writer. It’s heartfelt, sad at times and Gellhorn is very inspiring. You know the conversation starter question, if you could have dinner with anyone: dead or alive? Martha Gellhorn …
I adore Love and Ruin by Paula McLain. She wrote Martha Gellhorn so well, I truly felt like I was along for the ride with Gellhorn. It’s an exceptional book that features love and loss but is really about Gellhorn’s dreams and her fearless passion for writing.
Book club questions for Circe by Madeline Miller covers all the key topics and developments in this powerful book. The following book club questions will contain spoilers, so if you haven’t read the novel yet, check out my spoiler-free review first.
Cuba is somewhat of a mystery. One of the great things about historical fiction is an introduction to another time and place that typically encourages additional research on the topic. And I have feeling that will be the case with Next Year in Havana by Chanel Cleeton.
How to Stop Time by Matt Haig is a fantasy about a man aging slowly. And he’s tired. His past tragedies have prevented him from living in the present and so for much of the novel, he’s fairly stagnant and melancholy. The following book club questions will have spoilers, so if you haven’t read the …
Just one more chapter. I’ve said that to myself countless times throughout my life. There are some books that grab you so much the thought of not knowing what happens next is unbearable. So I stay up late and read one more chapter, which turns into five more chapters. And next thing I know, it’s …
Some of my favorite classes in both high school and college centered on Greek mythology. The ancient Greek myths are full of legendary storytelling with a huge influence on Western storytelling. But it’s been a while since I’ve re-read any of the stories, until Circe by Madeline Miller came along.
We’re entering one of the best times of the year — summer reading season! Starting in May, there are lots of new releases in all types of genres. For instance, Love and Ruin by Paula McClain is coming out in May so be sure to add that one to your TBR list. Here are some …
How to Stop Time by Matt Haig is a time-hopping fantasy about a man struggling with a rare condition: he ages slowly. Very slowly. When we’re introduced to Tom Hazard, we learn that he though he appears to be 40, he was born in 1581 and has been alive for centuries.
Mother’s Day is fast approaching! Moms are our real life superheroes. So this May, you’ll want to get her a wonderful gift you know she’ll love. And I have one word for you: books.
Make sure and put your literary party hat on Saturday. This Saturday, April 28 is Independent Bookstore Day, a national celebration of indie bookstores. Join over 500 independent bookstores in 48 states for parties, author readings and in-store events.