March 4, 2023 Sea of Tranquility (Ali’s Pick)

Discussion: Ali- Didn’t really know what this book was about, turned out to be a total surprise. I liked it, thought it was good. Got mind fucked by the time travel. Ending was a surprise. Already have recommended. 4.5/5 Caitlin- Did not like this book! So hard to focus on it. No characters stood out to me. I was just confused and bored. Did love the mud reference. Would never recommend. 2/5 Julie- Ditto, didn’t like it! Couldn’t focus. Overall, the entire book was a mind fuck. I thought we were going to be on a boat. Just couldn’t visualize. Good idea but fell short. Could be a good miniseries though. Would never recommend. 2/5 Jocelyn- I really enjoyed this book! Kept me on my toes. I often had to read back to make sure I was getting it. I loved how it all came together at the end. Totally unexpected. Would recommend. 4/5 Favorite Characters: Ali- Gaspery and Vincent Caitlin- Gaspery Julie- Vincent Jocelyn- Gaspery Jaques Robert $$$ Balance- $218.11 All paid up. Book pick is Geek Love by Kathrine Dunne 368pgs Next club is April 3rd at Caitlin’s House 9:30. Bring your own breakfast. Lunch: Ruben Sandwich (proven Jewish)/ Turkey Sandwich/ Turkey Taco Stuffed Bell Pepper/ Chips + Dips/ Cumquats (not a winner)/ Vodka Punch Announcements: Ali gifted us all blind date books. So fun! Thanks Ali 😊 Once a year each host needs to plan a meal for club. Caitlin’s birthday celebration will by April 15th. Ali-Working my dream job. Justin’s communication has improved. Happy for the moment. Caitlin- So stressed! Work life is insane. Waking up worrying about the wedding. Julie- Nothing to announce Jocelyn- We said goodbye to our sweet Saber (Bagooki) RIP. Ravens witch’s mole is gone.

February 5, 2023 The Lost Apothecary (Julie’s Pick)

Discussion: Julie- Really glad I switched to this book. I liked it but took a little while to get into it. Liked the old story much better. Writing was a little inconsistent. Liked both endings. Would recommend. 3.5/5 Caitlin- Liked the book. Could have been more exciting. Struggled to get into it and didn’t love the end. Got too repetitive. Would not recommend. 3/5 Ali- Spent the first half of the book trying to pronounce the title. Took a minute to get into it. Loved the old story but hated present day story. All in all, a good read. Would recommend to certain 3/5 Jocelyn- I enjoyed this read. Easy ans fast paced. Loved the short chapters and character switches. Would be a great vacation/beach read. Would recommend. 3.5/5 Favorite Characters: Julie- Eliza Caitlin- Nella Ali- Gaynor Jocelyn- Eliza $$$ Balance- ??? Everyone paid except Ali. Happy Birthday Ali!! Book pick is Sea of Tranquility by Emily St. John Mandel 300pgs Next club is March 4th at Ali’s House 11:00. Bring your own food. Next book pick is Caitlin. Brunch: Salads/ Sandwiches/ Chips + Dips/ Lady Clarences Cordial Cocktail Announcements: Julie- First club back in my house. Caitlin- Daniel lived through his bachelor trip. Ali- New tattoo. Interviewing for jobs. Jocelyn- Sotero got his own place. -Second Boot Barn trip is 2/25 -Bring dresses to Ali’s for trying on.

January 7, 2023 Crooked Branch (Jocelyn’s Pick)

Discussion: Jocelyn- Overall I enjoyed the story. A quick easy read. Felt like it could have been 600pgs. Would have like to hear more about Ginny’s life. Just felt like the story needed more. Would recommend. 3.5/5 Julie- A heartbreaking depressing book. Made me curious about my people. Only wanted to read Ginny’s story. Liked it, but surprised cause I thought I wouldn’t. Would recommend. 3/5 Ali- Thought the book was going to be supernatural, but no. Got me discouraged. Remined me of the Dustbowl. Good book overall…surprisingly. Wish there was more of the historical story. Would recommend 3.5/5 Caitlin- Enjoyed the start. Only liked the historical part of the story. Hated the ending, too feel good. Would recommend to certain people. 3/5 Favorite Character: Jocelyn- Roisin and Sean Julie- Ginny Ali- Maire and Ginny Caitlin- Ginny and Sean (would fuck Sean) $$$ Balance- ??? Paid later by Venmo Book pick is The Lost Apothecary by Sarah Penner 335pgs Next club is at Julie’s House 11:00. Bring your own stuff Next book pick will be Ali’s Brunch: Chips + Dip/ Cider tastings Announcements: Jocelyn-Working 12-hour shifts. Living the no power life but feel the light within. Julie- I’m HOME!!!!! Ali- Unemployed, possibly getting “married” Caitlin- Flooded from L.A. and now have alien ringworm.