It was a wonderful night of books, conversation, and friendship when the No Shelf Control Book Club gathered on November 5! This month's selection, The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict, gave everyone plenty to think about and discuss.
Based on the remarkable true story of Belle da Costa Greene, J.P. Morgan's personal librarian, the novel explores the life of a Black American woman who was forced to hide her true identity and pass as white in order to build her career and leave a lasting legacy. Her story offers a fascinating look at ambition, identity, art, and the personal sacrifices made along the way.
When it came time to rate the book, the majority of the group gave it a 3 out of 5, while one enthusiastic reader gave it a wholehearted 5 out of 5! It's always interesting to hear different perspectives and discover what resonates with each reader.
And every book club meeting needs a little extra excitement! Congratulations to Deb, our winner of the monthly book club drawing!
Another great evening is in the books, and we're already looking forward to our next gathering. After all, there's always room for one more book—and one more great conversation!
Happy reading from One More Chapter Books!
