This month's book "The Wish List" did get mixed reviews with some liking it and some (little old me) hating it but I think we all agreed that it is not particularly believable and more a fairytale especially the way the addict makes such a speedy recovery. It is a light read and the addition of Father Christmas added to the fairytale element.
So onto the next read, it was decided to go with K's suggestion of "So What If I'm Broken" by Anna McPartlin:On the 21st June 2007 Alexandra Kavanagh left home, chatted to her neighbour, got onto the DART, arrived at Dalkey train station and disappeared... Tom is distraught. His wife is missing, his world has fallen apart and his only focus is on finding her.
For seventeen years, Jane has cared for her son Kurt, her eccentric sister Elle, and her cantankerous mother Rose. The only person she doesn’t care for is herself. Elle is an artist and recognised as a genius. As such her somewhat erratic behaviour is indulged. Although her life appears perfect Elle’s sadness is sometimes profound.
Leslie has lost her entire family to cancer. She has spent twenty years waiting to die but following radical surgery she’s determined to live again.
Four months after Alexandra’s disappearance Tom steps into a lift with Jane, Elle and Leslie at a Jack Lukeman concert. One hour later the four strangers emerge with their lives forever intertwined.
And it was decided the next meeting will be in the new year and Lisa has kindly offered to host. Can't believe bookclub will be five years old next year!!
Happy Reading.
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Now you can meet Jane on a video diary:
http://sowhatifimbroken.com/
A Book That Talks Back - Irish Author brings characters to Facebook and Twitter
— Best-selling Irish novelist Anna McPartlin will today be launching a new dimension to her latest book, So What If I’m Broken. In a first for Irish literature, the book’s fictional characters will have a virtual life through Facebook , Twitter, and even a blog. Fans will be able to directly communicate with characters online, gaining a deeper insight into the story.
Speaking about the project Anna McPartlin said: “There is some worry in the publishing industry over the future of books. Google are recreating the Library of Alexandria and Sony and Amazon are selling E-book readers that carry thousands of books. None of this changes the importance of a good story well written. The social aspect of the internet, however, does allow for something really exciting: a book that talks back!”
Those interested can find out more by visiting the book’s website, www.sowhatifimbroken.com where the blog of the book’s main character Jane Moore can be found and a number of characters can be befriended to keep abreast of developments. The blog sets up the story that the other characters act out over Facebook and Twitter. The website also provides more information on Anna, the book and where it can be purchased.
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