Posted by Candice on Thursday, Mar 6, 2014
So, this p
ast Tuesday, I found myself wanting to discuss a good book and have a nice beer. That happens to me often on Tuesdays...wait, what did you say? You too??!!
Well, you're in luck! Get ready for B.Y.O.Book, the Library's new books in bars book club. One Tuesday during each of the next three months we're going to meet in a local bar, discuss some literature, maybe have a drink and meet some like-minded readers. First on the agenda is Wolf Hall by Hilary Mantel. It's a long book, I know, but by now a lot of you might have already read it; if not, stop by the Reference Desk and grab a copy. Then, meet us on Tuesday, March 18 at 7 p.m. at the Sanctuary Pub.
To get started, here's the blog I did about the book on January 15, 2010.
This book is not in my regular wheelhouse, for sure, but I was lucky enough to have it recommended to me by a colleague who shall remain nameless, but who has a thick Northumbrian accent and is a sassy lass. Anyways, I haven't laughed so hard while reading a book in a long time, and this story--albeit short--is full of elements that I like! A likeable narrator, some suspense, travel, a lot of humor, and of course, a nice ending. I mustn't forget the art--it's no secret that children's books often have absolutely amazing illustrations, and this little tome doesn't disappoint. Kids or no, I definitely recommend taking this book out for a spin! -Candice