Book Group met here last night and we engaged in some very lively discussion about Shirley Hazzard's "Transit of Venus". Opinion was divided and ranged from strong antipathy (pretentious twaddle) to fairly positive (like having a warm shower). This resulted in lengthy debate and a number of enlightening moments: "Oh, THAT'S what she was talking about in that scene!!!"
Our next book will be a lot easier to read, and is one that I've enjoyed in the past. We are reading Alexander McCall Smith's "The No.1 Ladies' Detective Agency". It may not cause quite as much passionate debate, but should be fun. I think we're all ready for an easier read this month, anyway.
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