The Locale: Laura's
The Book: Nine Stories is a collection of short stories by American fiction writer J. D. Salinger published in April 1953. It includes two of his most famous short stories, "A Perfect Day for Bananafish" and "For Esmé – with Love and Squalor"
Susan's Summary:
Hi all! Since Sarah is off enjoying Paris, thought I'd step in and send out our book club summary this go round, especially since I needed to update the blog.
Laura was our host, and I'm glad I finally had a chance to meet her. Also attending today were--Gina, Tassy, Jolynda, Jessica, Susan H. and a guest of Susan H's, Holly. I sat next to Holly, and I enjoyed her clever commentary on the book, which she obviously read and absorbed. She remembered lots of details, character names, etc.
Feedback on the book was mixed. No one loved it. I think the concensus was the writing was good but the stories just ended too abruptly. For one who loves her nice tidy endings, all wrapped up in an bow, the vague and sudden endings...or lack thereof...was extremely frustrating. Endearing characters were lacking, but many found the dialogue between characters engaging.
We ended our meeting with ghost stories, gasps, and giggles, thanks to Jessica. I'm not sure how we got on the subject, but Jessica kept us on the edge of our seats, sharing the eerie experiences she and her co-worker encounter when staying at the Historic Hotel Bethlehem, in Bethlehem, PA. Very entertaining. Keeping my fingers crossed I don't have nightmares. And I'm also thinking of investing in some rosary beads for my lonely business trips. Apparently, they provide protection against poltergeist. 😳
The Vote: Jolynda presented...
Next to Present: Brenda
Then:
The Vote: Jolynda presented...
- Exit West by Mohsin Hamid
- In the Unlikely Event by Judy Blume
- Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarty WINS!!!
Next to Present: Brenda
Then:
- Susan S
- Lori
- Gina
- Sarah
- Susan H
- Jessica
- Kristine
- Laura
- Tassy
- Jolynda
- Brenda
