Book club books
Lessons in Chemistry
What is Lessons in Chemistry about?
Being a female scientist in the 1960s America is not that simple. Elizabeth Zott is a chemist who faces blatant sexism in her field. After falling in love with Nobel Prize nominee Calvin Evans and experiencing personal tragedy, Elizabeth unexpectedly starts hosting a cooking show called "Supper at Six." This show becomes her platform for facilitating change.
Little Fires Everywhere
What is Little Fires Everywhere about?
"Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng is a story of motherhood, race, and deep personal secrets. The book follows the lives of a wealthy Richardson family that change when Mia Warren comes to their town with her teenage daughter. Later on, a custody battle unfolds between two other mothers. This captivating and poignant book is perfect for your bedtime read.
Yellowface
What is Yellowface about?
A satirical novel, "Yellowface" explores the issues of plagiarism, cultural appropriation, and obsession with becoming famous. June Hayward, an unsuccessful writer, is jealous of her friend from the past and colleague Athena Liu, beloved by critics and fans. After Athena’s sudden death, June steals her unpublished manuscript about Chinese labor workers. Will she be able to make it in the literary world with a work she didn’t create?
Where the Crawdads Sing
What is Where the Crawdads Sing about?
In "Where the Crawdads Sing," Kya confronts her struggles after her family abandons her to live in the North Carolina marshlands during the 1950s and 60s. The wild teaches her to survive because she must live on her own, and this experience develops her deep bond with nature's patterns and natural environment. Kya discovers all she needs to learn and protect herself through the marsh, which stands alone as her only link to family.
Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow
What is Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow about?
"Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow" uniquely combines coming-of-age story with videogames, complicated friendships, and even a bit of Shakespeare. Childhood friends Sam and Sadie reunite after years of being practically strangers, and bond over the shared desire to create videogames. If you like the stories about people dedicating their lives to doing what they love and appreciate deep characters, read this book!
All the Light We Cannot See
What is All the Light We Cannot See about?
"All the Light We Cannot See" presents a blind girl, Marie-Laure, from France and an orphan, Werner, from Germany. Two different stories happen during the Nazis regime: one flees from it, and another works for it. What will be if their ways intertwine?
Educated
What is Educated about?
“Educated” is a captivating memoir of Tara Westover’s journey from living with a strict Idaho family to receiving an education that transforms her life. This powerful and inspiring narrative delves into themes of resilience, self-discovery, and the pursuit of knowledge against all odds.
Before the Coffee Gets Cold
What is Before the Coffee Gets Cold about?
Ever wonder what you’d say if you could travel back in time for just as long as your coffee stays warm? In a cozy, hidden Tokyo café, customers are given that magical chance, but with a rule: nothing in the present can change. "Before the Coffee Gets Cold" combines the charm of magical realism with heartfelt stories of love, loss, and closure. It is a mixture of “what-ifs” that appear with every sip of coffee.
The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo
What is The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo about?
A Hollywood movie star named Evelyn Hugo decides to finally tell her true story as she approaches the winter of her life. She hires a magazine reporter Monique Grant, opening up about her 7 marriages and answering the anticipated question about who was the love of her life. As her tale unfolds, it becomes obvious that Monique’s and Evelyne’s lives are connected in an unexpected way.
Big Little Lies
What is Big Little Lies about?
Three women whose children attend the same kindergarten live in a wealthy seaside town. Madeline, Celeste, and Jane's lives seem normal, sometimes even perfect, but there are deep dark secrets inside. A death at a school fundraiser turns into an investigation as gossip and different perspectives shift the narrative.
The Sanatorium
What is The Sanatorium about?
Sarah Pearse takes the readers on a gripping journey to the Swiss Alps, where the main character, Elin, joins her brother’s engagement celebration. Trapped in the minimalist resort due to a blizzard, Elin has to uncover the dark secrets of this place. This page-turner is a perfect read for a gloomy winter day or a night-time reading session.
The Giver of Stars
What is The Giver of Stars about?
Jojo Moyes presents a heart-warming story about female resilience, books, and sisterhood, set during Great Depression-era. It is based on a true story of The Pack Horse Library Project, where women delivered books to remote regions in the Appalachian Mountains. "The Giver of Stars" is a great choice if you want to immerse yourself in this particular era of US history and enjoy well-written, strong female characters.
A Man Called Ove
What is A Man Called Ove about?
Meet Ove, a cranky, rule-obsessed widower whose quiet life is turned upside down when a lively young family moves in next door. Fredrik Backman’s "A Man Called Ove" is a heartwarming and laugh-out-loud story of how unlikely friendships (and a very persistent cat) help Ove rediscover life’s purpose.
Circe
What is Circe about?
A daughter of the sun god Helios, Circe is not as powerful and charming as her siblings, feeling lonely and lost. When she discovers her witchcraft powers, she is exiled to the island of Aiaia; completely alone – she has to find herself and navigate her path. This story is rich with Greek mythology, introspection, and numerous adventures.
The Library Book
What is The Library Book about?
If you love books and enjoy visiting libraries, you are sure to love this book! "The Library Book" is an engaging investigation of the 1986 fire at the Los Angeles Public Library – filled with mystery and intrigue. Susan Orlean tell this story as an avid reader and book lover herself, and you can feel it in her writing!
An American Marriage
What is An American Marriage about?
Celestial and Roy are a young couple who face a terrible situation of Roy being wrongly convicted and sentenced to twelve years in prison. As time passes, Celestial struggles with loneliness and finds comfort in her childhood friend, Andre. What will happen when Roy’s conviction is overturned and he returns home?
Wild
What is Wild about?
“Wild: From Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest Trail” by Cheryl Strayed tells the story of a young woman who reinvented herself through an ultra-cruising hike. The book is an autobiographical account of a part of the writer's life on the Pacific Crest Trail. You will learn how family, people, and their loss can influence a person and their actions.
Verity
What is Verity about?
If you love gripping psychological thrillers with unexpected twists and turns, then "Verity" by Colleen Hoover is a solid choice. It's a story about a passionate writer whose curiosity and ambition take her to unexpected and dangerous places. This woman investigates something in order to finish her novel but, in the process, uncovers disturbing truths that threaten her sanity.
On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous
What is On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous about?
"On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous" depicts untold stories of love, trauma, and identity. Is it true that if you are once an immigrant, you are always the immigrant? How do our race and class influence our lives? This book discusses controversial topics but is still filled with hope.
The Women
What is The Women about?
"The Women" by Kristin Hannah shows a twenty-year-old nursing student, Frankie McGrath. From a girl following the rules to a brave but broken individual who knows what the war is. She sacrificed a lot, but will she get anything from Americans apart from indifference?
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