I keep this log of what books we've read in our book club for mostly a selfish reason - so I can remember what I read and what it was about! However, if you get something out of it too, that's great! This time I had to go back into my emails to remember what we read in the last four months. I guess that means that it has been too long!
August Book/Julie's Pick:
The Last Lecture by (the late) Randy Pausch
Reading this book was surreal for me knowing that he had JUST passed away. It was like reading advice on life's priorities from someone that had to figure it out quick! Randy Pausch seemed like a quirky guy but had his heart and head in the ultimate right places.
September Book / Korrie's Pick:
The Probable Future by Alice Hoffman
This book was an interesting read. It is about a family where the women have special powers unveiled to them on their 13th birthday. I also thought it was about protecting the relationships that you probably take most for granted. I did have trouble with the "happily ever after" relationships though.
October Book / Melissa's Pick:
The Painted Veil by W. Somerset Maugham
I picked this book because I was in the mood to read a classic. I found it very intriguing as it referenced topics like marriage, divorce, adultery, loyalty, religion, deception.... all set in the early 1900's. I loved reading it!
November Book / Beth P's Pick:
The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie
Great read! I loved this book! It is written with the young reader in mind so it was an easy read too. Fictional but eye-opening about Native American culture and hardships.
Upcoming Books
Beth M's Pick: Strong at the Broken Places by Richard M. Cohen
Candy's Pick: Three Cups of Tea by Greg Mortenson
PS - Julie and Kathy, come back to us when you can!
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