November 2015: The Martian
Book: The Martian by Andy Weir Where: Krista’s House When: November 20, 2015 @ 7pm Summary: Six days ago, astronaut Mark Watney became one of the first people to walk on Mars. Now, he’s sure he’ll be the first person to die there. After a dust storm nearly kills him & forces his crew to…
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October 2015: The Graveyard Book
Book: The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman Where: Jill’s House When: October 30, 2015 @ 7pm Summary: In this Newbery Medal-winning novel, Bod is an unusual boy who inhabits an unusual place—he’s the only living resident of a graveyard. Raised from infancy by the ghosts, werewolves, and other cemetery denizens, Bod has learned the antiquated customs of…
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September 2015: The History of Love
Book: The History of Love by Nicole Krauss Where: Krista’s House When: September 25, 2015 @ 7pm Summary: The History of Love spans of period of over 60 years and takes readers from Nazi-occupied Eastern Europe to present day Brighton Beach. At the center of each main character’s psyche is the issue of loneliness, and the…
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August 2015: Overdressed
Book: Overdressed by Elizabeth Cline Where: Ellie’s House When: August 28, 2015 @ 7pm Summary: Cheap fashion has fundamentally changed the way most Americans dress. Stores ranging from discounters like Target to traditional chains like JCPenny now offer the newest trends at unprecedentedly low prices. And we have little reason to keep wearing and repairing…
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July 2015: Yes Please
Book: Yes Please by Amy Poehler Where: Rachel’s House When: July 31, 2015 @ 7pm What: POOL PARTY! Summary: Do you want to get to know the woman we first came to love on Comedy Central’s Upright Citizens Brigade? Do you want to spend some time with the lady who made you howl with…