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This is my tenth Louise Erdrich book - and as always i loved her writing. Her characters are so real, and even though there are many characters and i get mixed up between some at times, its an education and an experience to be immersed in this community she creates. Its timely to read this and think about indigenous/First Nations history and treatment. Erdrich also presents plenty of insight into intimate relationships and gender roles here too ⬇️

If you enjoy The Mummy with Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz (I do!), I feel pretty confident stating you will enjoy this book. This was a lot of fun. I read in print and listened to this one and highly recommend the audio.

Finished January 19, 2025.

Excellent speaker tonight. If you enjoy hearing an author‘s perspective I encourage you to enjoy the Girlfriend‘s Bookclub on Facebook. It‘s fun to read the books and then see, or hear, behind the curtain. There are wonderful guest authors and compelling questions. I‘m impressed with what is offered in this group and it‘s free - and from my couch. The Lion Women of Tehran was an excellent and rich story of enduring friendship. 5 ⭐️

Starting this tonight. A “new” library book so I have to return it soon to the next person on the hold list.

1946,London.Vivid details of this cities‘period,post WWII,which contrasts the posh neighborhoods of the wealthy with the gray,drab,mean streets of the less fortunate.Sparks & Gwen,are two women trying to carve out an business for themselves:The Right Sort Marriage Bureau.What follows is a tale of deception, betrayal,murder,warring gangs,& kidnapping against this backdrop.Issues of patriarchy,sexism,racism,& imperialism are explored.#serieslove2025

Two books I‘ve been putting off reading merely because of their size … thinking of starting one today

Overall, I enjoyed this one… this slow burn of a book was set at a summer camp and had a plethora of characters that added many facets to the plot! Can‘t wait to discuss it at book club next week!

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