book club
Book Club
The book club was started in July 2012 and currently has 9 members. We usually meet on the third Wednesday of the month at 8pm in members' homes. We take turns to choose and try to cover a wide range of genres. Books we have read include: The Uncommon Reader by Alan Bennett, The Book Thief by Marcus Zusack and Naming the Dead by Ian Rankin. Most of our books are borrowed from the library. Recently we have included poetry in our discussions. For more details please contact Bridget on 01603 452129.
The book club was started in July 2012 and currently has 9 members. We usually meet on the third Wednesday of the month at 8pm in members' homes. We take turns to choose and try to cover a wide range of genres. Books we have read include: The Uncommon Reader by Alan Bennett, The Book Thief by Marcus Zusack and Naming the Dead by Ian Rankin. Most of our books are borrowed from the library. Recently we have included poetry in our discussions. For more details please contact Bridget on 01603 452129.
Wednesday 22nd July
The Husband's Secret by Liane Moriarty
At the heart of this book is a letter that's not meant to be read. Cecilia's decision to read the letter written by her husband has life changing consequences for many people. This is a gripping and thought provoking novel by Australian writer Liane Moriarty.
The Husband's Secret by Liane Moriarty
At the heart of this book is a letter that's not meant to be read. Cecilia's decision to read the letter written by her husband has life changing consequences for many people. This is a gripping and thought provoking novel by Australian writer Liane Moriarty.
Wednesday 17th June
An Officer and a Spy by Robert Harris
The group read this as part of the Norfolk big read. It is a thriller based on the Dreyfus affair, a case of wrongful imprisonment which took place in France at the end of the 19th century. It gives insight into the state of politics and the army in France at that time.
An Officer and a Spy by Robert Harris
The group read this as part of the Norfolk big read. It is a thriller based on the Dreyfus affair, a case of wrongful imprisonment which took place in France at the end of the 19th century. It gives insight into the state of politics and the army in France at that time.
Wednesday 20th May
Travelling to Infinity by Jane Hawking
Jane Hawking's moving account of her life with astrophysics genius Stephen. The book tells of her first meeting with Stephen, of his diagnosis of motor neurone disease and of their turbulent marriage, divorce and eventual reconciliation. The general opinion of book club was that this was a very readable book if a little wordy.
Travelling to Infinity by Jane Hawking
Jane Hawking's moving account of her life with astrophysics genius Stephen. The book tells of her first meeting with Stephen, of his diagnosis of motor neurone disease and of their turbulent marriage, divorce and eventual reconciliation. The general opinion of book club was that this was a very readable book if a little wordy.
Wednesday 15th April
Elizabeth is Missing by Emma Healey
Emma Healey's debut novel about an elderly lady with dementia is a compulsive read. There are two mysteries in Maud's life which she is determined to solve, if only her mind was clearer. This book is surprisingly humorous at times, the language is rich and the subject matter compelling if a little unsettling.
Elizabeth is Missing by Emma Healey
Emma Healey's debut novel about an elderly lady with dementia is a compulsive read. There are two mysteries in Maud's life which she is determined to solve, if only her mind was clearer. This book is surprisingly humorous at times, the language is rich and the subject matter compelling if a little unsettling.
Wednesday 18th March
Lord of the Flies by William Golding
Golding's first novel tells of a group of schoolboys marooned on an uninhabited island. With no adult support they try to govern themselves with disastrous results. The well educated, well behaved boys show their true colours in this compelling, disturbing novel which has become a classic of its time.
Lord of the Flies by William Golding
Golding's first novel tells of a group of schoolboys marooned on an uninhabited island. With no adult support they try to govern themselves with disastrous results. The well educated, well behaved boys show their true colours in this compelling, disturbing novel which has become a classic of its time.
Wednesday 14th January
The Beautiful Mystery by Louise Penny
No outsiders are ever admitted to the monastery of Saint Gilbert entrée les loupes, even though it is world famous for the glorious singing of the monks. None that is until their renowned choir master is murdered. Chief Inspector Armand Gamache and Jean Guy Beauvoir are granted admittance to the monastery. However, before they can unravel the mystery of the murder they have to face their own demons.
The Beautiful Mystery by Louise Penny
No outsiders are ever admitted to the monastery of Saint Gilbert entrée les loupes, even though it is world famous for the glorious singing of the monks. None that is until their renowned choir master is murdered. Chief Inspector Armand Gamache and Jean Guy Beauvoir are granted admittance to the monastery. However, before they can unravel the mystery of the murder they have to face their own demons.
Wednesday 17th December
Lovely Bones by Alice Sebold
For Susie Salmon, murdered at the age of 14,heaven seems an attractive place. It appears to have everything you could desire, except the one thing Susie wanted most; to be back with her family on earth. This is an astonishing novel about life and death, forgiveness and vengeance, memory and forgetting.
Lovely Bones by Alice Sebold
For Susie Salmon, murdered at the age of 14,heaven seems an attractive place. It appears to have everything you could desire, except the one thing Susie wanted most; to be back with her family on earth. This is an astonishing novel about life and death, forgiveness and vengeance, memory and forgetting.
Wednesday 19th November
Shanghai Girls by Lisa See
May and Pearl are two beautiful sisters living in Shanghai in the 1930s. Their comfortable life is overturned when their father is bankrupted and the girls enter into arranged marriages.. The girls travel to Los Angeles to begin a new life carrying with them a secret that must never be revealed.
Shanghai Girls by Lisa See
May and Pearl are two beautiful sisters living in Shanghai in the 1930s. Their comfortable life is overturned when their father is bankrupted and the girls enter into arranged marriages.. The girls travel to Los Angeles to begin a new life carrying with them a secret that must never be revealed.
Wednesday 15th October
Silas Marner by George Eliot
Set in the early 19th century this story tells of a man who loses his gold but gains his life. Silas Marner is brought up in a close knit community. When forced to leave his home he finds himself alone and shunned by others. However a miracle occurs which brings him love, friendship and acceptance.
Silas Marner by George Eliot
Set in the early 19th century this story tells of a man who loses his gold but gains his life. Silas Marner is brought up in a close knit community. When forced to leave his home he finds himself alone and shunned by others. However a miracle occurs which brings him love, friendship and acceptance.
Wednesday 17th September
Light Shining in the Forest by Paul Torday
This is a compelling read from the author of 'Salmon Fishing in the Yemen. Newly appointed 'children's tsar,' Norman Stokoe becomes involved in the disappearance of three children. Hitherto he has hidden behind policy documents and think tanks and has had no contact with real children. Now he finds himself in the front line of battle.
Light Shining in the Forest by Paul Torday
This is a compelling read from the author of 'Salmon Fishing in the Yemen. Newly appointed 'children's tsar,' Norman Stokoe becomes involved in the disappearance of three children. Hitherto he has hidden behind policy documents and think tanks and has had no contact with real children. Now he finds himself in the front line of battle.
Wednesday 20th August
Water for Elephants by Sara Gruen
Orphaned and penniless Jacob Jankowski jumps a freight train in the dark and in that instant, transforms his future. By morning he's landed a job with the Benzini Brothers travelling circus. By nightfall he's in love.
In an America made colourless by prohibition and the Depression, the circus is a refuge of sequins and colour. But behind the glamour lies a darker world where both animals and men are dispensable.
Water for Elephants by Sara Gruen
Orphaned and penniless Jacob Jankowski jumps a freight train in the dark and in that instant, transforms his future. By morning he's landed a job with the Benzini Brothers travelling circus. By nightfall he's in love.
In an America made colourless by prohibition and the Depression, the circus is a refuge of sequins and colour. But behind the glamour lies a darker world where both animals and men are dispensable.
Wednesday 16th July 2014
Goodbye to all that by Robert Graves
This account of the life of Robert Graves covers his early life, his experiences during the First World War and his first marriage. Alongside the brutalities of war is set Graves' friendship with Siegfried Sassoon. This is not an easy read but gives great insight into the effect of war on the life of a sensitive man.
Goodbye to all that by Robert Graves
This account of the life of Robert Graves covers his early life, his experiences during the First World War and his first marriage. Alongside the brutalities of war is set Graves' friendship with Siegfried Sassoon. This is not an easy read but gives great insight into the effect of war on the life of a sensitive man.
Wednesday 21st May 2014
The Little Friend by Donna Tartt
The Little Friend is Donna Tartt's second novel, written 10 years after the much acclaimed 'Secret History.' The book opens with the murder of 9 year old Robin. Harriet is only a baby at the time but 10 years later she sets out to avenge his murder. Set in Mississippi in one hot summer this is an account of a troubled family and all its relationships.
The Little Friend by Donna Tartt
The Little Friend is Donna Tartt's second novel, written 10 years after the much acclaimed 'Secret History.' The book opens with the murder of 9 year old Robin. Harriet is only a baby at the time but 10 years later she sets out to avenge his murder. Set in Mississippi in one hot summer this is an account of a troubled family and all its relationships.
Wednesday 16th April 2014
The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie by Muriel Spark
Set in the 1930s this book tells the story of schoolmistress Miss Jean Brodie and her group of selected pupils. They are manipulated by their teacher to become the 'creme de la creme' of the Marcia Blaine Academy. This book is witty and amusing and has become a classic of the modern age.
The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie by Muriel Spark
Set in the 1930s this book tells the story of schoolmistress Miss Jean Brodie and her group of selected pupils. They are manipulated by their teacher to become the 'creme de la creme' of the Marcia Blaine Academy. This book is witty and amusing and has become a classic of the modern age.
Wednesday 19th March 2014
Devices and Desires by PD James
PD James is one of our best known detective writers. In this novel, set in Norfolk, Commander Dalgliesh pits his wits against a serial killer
Devices and Desires by PD James
PD James is one of our best known detective writers. In this novel, set in Norfolk, Commander Dalgliesh pits his wits against a serial killer
Wednesday 12th February 2014
The Heart of the Matter by Graham Greene
One of the best novels of the twentieth century, the story is set in a British West African colony during the 2nd World War. It tells the story of Henry Scobie, an assistant commissioner of police. He has been passed over for promotion and is trapped in a loveless marriage. How will he find a solution to his problems?
The Heart of the Matter by Graham Greene
One of the best novels of the twentieth century, the story is set in a British West African colony during the 2nd World War. It tells the story of Henry Scobie, an assistant commissioner of police. He has been passed over for promotion and is trapped in a loveless marriage. How will he find a solution to his problems?
Wednesday 15th January 2014
The Rose Petal Beach by Dorothy Koomson
Tamia Chally is horrified when her husband is accused of something terrible. When she discovers the identity of his accuser things go from bad to worse.
The Rose Petal Beach by Dorothy Koomson
Tamia Chally is horrified when her husband is accused of something terrible. When she discovers the identity of his accuser things go from bad to worse.
Wednesday 18th December 2013
The Good Soldier by Ford Madox Ford
This is a beautifully written story of two couples one English and one American and the complex social and sexual relationships between them. It was written in 2003 at a time when the form of the novel was in its infancy. The orderly Edwardian façade hides a web of intrigue and passions.
The Good Soldier by Ford Madox Ford
This is a beautifully written story of two couples one English and one American and the complex social and sexual relationships between them. It was written in 2003 at a time when the form of the novel was in its infancy. The orderly Edwardian façade hides a web of intrigue and passions.
Wednesday 20th November 2013
The Daughter of Time: by Josephine Tey
Inspector Alan Grant becomes fascinated by a portrait of Richard the Third. He is determined to find out what sort of a man Richard Plantagenet was and whether he really did murder the princes in the Tower
The Daughter of Time: by Josephine Tey
Inspector Alan Grant becomes fascinated by a portrait of Richard the Third. He is determined to find out what sort of a man Richard Plantagenet was and whether he really did murder the princes in the Tower
Thursday 26th September:
The Chemistry of Tears: by Peter Carey
Two stories intertwine across the centuries as Catherine Gehrig, conservator of the Swinburne museum makes a discovery which helps to assuage her grief at the death of her lover.
The Chemistry of Tears: by Peter Carey
Two stories intertwine across the centuries as Catherine Gehrig, conservator of the Swinburne museum makes a discovery which helps to assuage her grief at the death of her lover.
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