Thursday, October 30, 2014

October 2014 Book Selection


Only one book offering this month. I have been traveling, traveling, traveling. More about that on a later blog.

I chose this month’s selection because it was recommended by two authors, Elizabeth Gilbert and Signe Pike, on their Facebook, Author’s Page. It is:
The Vacationers, A Novel, written by Emma Straub. 

It tells the story of a family and their extended family on a vacation in sun-drenched Mallorca trying to escape problems at home. Who wouldn’t love reading about Mallorca? It’s baked island landscape comes alive.

This novel is deceptively simple. The truths about family bonds, secrets, misunderstandings and long-held beliefs are so rich and well-drawn, the author’s writing skill draws you in and holds you captive.

Sidebar: Emma Straub is the daughter of  author Peter Straub 

Recommend.