Book Club

Although the turn-out for our last meeting was unfortunately a bit low we did manage to discuss Sweet Agony, at least long enough to enjoy a wacky mixed-drink concoction from Spats. I'm curious what everyone else thought about this book. Susy, Holly, and I were a bit divided. Did you like the God as narrator device or did you find it gimmicky or arrogant? What was your favorite passage? Did you connect with a particular character or found yourself empathetic to all? What did you think of the final passage (the baby looking at the snow) in light of the rest of the book? Was it uplifting, hopeful, or an attempt ot end on a good note? In all, did you find the book to be a celebration of life or a wallowing in the sadness of death? Does anyone know any personal facts about the author? I'm curious if she had a significant experience that led her to write this book?
Discuss amongst yourselves.

We didn't come prepared with many suggestions for next time. Sandra, by Robin proxy, suggested Ann Proulx's book of short stories "Close Range: Wyoming Stories" which includes the story Brokeback Mountain is based on.
Susy and I found we both like Neil Gaiman. Perhaps just to have something to vote one we could suggest "American Gods". Send your vote by tomorrow at 3pm.
The tentative date for our next meeting is Jan. 19th.

Giovanna