June Book Club: The Calligrapher’s Daughter by Eugenia Kim

We had a wonderful time at Sue’s house last night. We braved the road repairs and even discussed staying until 2am. (It was quickly nixed!) We all agreed that A Tree Grows in Brooklyn by Betty Smith was a great book with very strong women characters. It was interesting to break down this book and look for themes and meaning. Thanks Sue for an enjoyable evening. We missed all who could not be there.

LuAnn will be hosting our next meeting. It will be Wednesday June 1st at 7pm. Her pick for June is:

                                    

A goodreads reader writes:

This is truly a heartwarming and lovely tale, one of those novels that touches you in such a way, you hate for it to end. It is story of a Korean girl and her mother, a story of a proud nation battling the aggressiveness of another, a story of a man coming to understand and accept that old ways and lifestyle must change, and a story of love that survives many hardships. All these stories in one magnificent novel. The Korean girl, Najin, is growing up in a very Confucian household. Her mother, however, strives for Najin to get an education and to make something of herself. Throughout the many years, wars, and tribulations, Najin's mother is there for her, supporting her and fighting for her, even standing up to her strict husband to save Najin's future. Najin, does indeed, make something of herself despite her nation's constant battles with Japan and being separated from her husband and even imprisoned. Readers also see things from Najin's father's point of view, as he comes of age in a society that is straying from his traditional beliefs and he comes to slowly accept that his daughter is not so "worthless" after all. Though taking a minor role in the novel, a love story also thrives. Being married for only a day and separated for eleven years, reader's will find out if love is enough for Najin and her husband. The ending will leave reader's dabbing their eyes. Truly, a gem and absolute must read. Highly recommended.

Jane Bishop let us know of a website where you can buy books. It’s Thriftbooks.com   Check it out.

On a sad/happy note Jane has finally sold her home and will be moving to Utah mid June. We will miss your contribution to our book club and your friendship.

Happy Reading!