Lunchtime Book Club

Do you have a passion for reading? Then why not join us every month, when we come together in reading and reviewing a wide selection of books. Our friendly sessions are the perfect way to meet like-minded readers and discover exciting new reads. We explore short stories, novels, non-fiction, poetry, and best sellers.

 

Friday 17th May – The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie – Muriel Spark

At the staid Marcia Blaine School for Girls in Edinburgh, Miss Jean Brodie—teacher, mentor, and provocateur—selects six girls to be her “special set.” Miss Brodie’s unconventional teaching philosophy brings her into conflict with the school’s conservative administration and presents her “Brodie set” with a unique moral challenge that will shape their young lives in indelible ways.

 

Friday 21st June – Inheritance – Dani Shapiro

In this gripping memoir, Dani Shapiro discovers through a DNA test that her father was not her biological father. This revelation sends her on a profound exploration of identity, family secrets, and what it means to belong. Shapiro’s journey is a powerful examination of the unforeseen consequences of modern technologies and the deeper meaning of parenthood.

 

Friday 19th July – Tom Lake – Ann Patchett

Ann Patchett’s novel “Tom Lake” tells the story of a former police officer seeking redemption in a small, tight-knit community. As he becomes involved in the lives of the local residents, he confronts his past mistakes while wrestling with the complexities of forgiveness and the possibility of a second chance at life.

 

August – no Book Club

 

Friday 20th September – The Dance Tree – Kiran Millwood Hargrave

Set against the backdrop of the dancing plague in Strasbourg in 1518, “The Dance Tree” follows the fate of a pregnant woman named Lisbet. As the town around her succumbs to uncontrollable dancing, Lisbet must navigate a maze of societal judgment and personal hardship, weaving a tale of resilience in the face of inexplicable phenomena.

 

Friday 18th October – The Wager – David Grann

In this true historical narrative, David Grann recounts the harrowing tale of an 18th-century shipwreck survivor who makes a dangerous bet to save himself and return to civilization. “The Wager” is a story of survival, betrayal, and the extraordinary lengths to which people will go to honor a debt.

 

Friday 22nd November – Saturday – Ian McEwan

Taking place over a single day in London, “Saturday” follows neurosurgeon Henry Perowne as he navigates a series of increasingly unsettling encounters culminating in a confrontation that will challenge his beliefs and the fabric of his society. McEwan’s finely tuned prose dissects the complexities of the post-9/11 world with compelling precision.

 

Book Now