This would make a good book for a book club
339983
This would make a good book for a book club. There are many good points to discuss.it brings to light how we think we might know someone,but everyone has other stories.
2486872
My book club enjoyed a lively discussion after reading this book.  We would all like to read the previous books in this series.
3960696
There were many aspects of this book that frustrated and annoyed me, so why did I give it three stars? First, because I think Ms. Flanagan can write using sharp and precise prose. I really enjoyed the poignancy of her first chapter, in which she goes through the minutia of her mother's life. The chapter on over-scheduling our children also struck a chord with me. Overall, I felt that Flanagan was a bit confused over her identity as a mother and a homemaker even as she wrote this book, but her inner conflicts can translate into terrifically heated and passionate discussion opportunities for a woman's book club. If your club is relatively new, pick this book and see how much you can learn about your friends.
1758157
yes the book had some sad parts but i would give it a 5. A greata book for a reading club.
3970381
While it wasn't the best book I ever read, the main character's behavior led to a good discussion with my book club.  I like a book that creates a lively discussion (even if we don't always agree with the character's behaviors).
3168081
This thought provoking book would be good for a book club discussion. The hardships of the people, the health problems, and the social
dilemas will give the reader many occasions for reflection on social issues in our country.
3332561
The Last Reunion proposes a mystery-based theology where mere mortals can only hope for protection from evil by a heroic deity. The world of this book has a decidedly masculine bias which should appeal to young men looking to develop their heroic identity. It seems like it could be made into a fine motion picture due to the vivid action scenes.

Since I have not personally spent time in Indiana, the setting for most of the hero's story, I was somewhat surprised by the variety of landscapes described. The time frame of the book follows the life of the protagonist from birth to the climax at the end of the book which is current day or near future although use of cell phones or the internet is not memorable, if it even exists. The authors stuck to a rhetorical style that is commonly understood despite their advanced degrees because this is meant to be somewhere between captivating entertainment and thought provoking description of the eternal battle between the forces of good and evil.
72047
This is the story of a group of four girls who are completely different than each other, each of whom joins (or is forced to join) this book club for different reasons.  As each struggles through her own issues (family issues, identity issues, etc.), they find their own unique identity.

The story is framed by the different books they read.  From 'The Yellow Wallpaper' to 'The Awakening', the books cause them to look at life differently, leading to both growth and to tragedy.

I sort of wish this book had been around when I was a teenager.  The only problem is that I'm not sure that I would have read it.  I think the book is enjoyable and effective - if you've read the books that the book club in question is reading.  The fact that these mothers have their daughters reading 'The Awakening' is really only interesting and relevant if you are familiar with it.  Much as I wish this book would inspire young women to read these books, I just don't know that it will.

In addition, the tragedy didn't seem particularly tragic.  Instead there were things hinted at, but never fully explored, that seemed even more tragic.  The problem was that the author left me wanting on those issues.

While I struggled between three stars and four for this one, I finally settled on three, mainly because, though I enjoyed it, the book left me feeling unsatisfied.  There was so much potential that wasn't really met.
1188343
Most of my book club enjoyed this book. I must not have been in the mood ... strange characters who make odd choices
3248445
Although well written, Iead for a book club. It was okay but not one of the type I would have picked. But it is good to broden your horizonsright?
821004
This book deals with some hard issues and is at times very emotional but with that said it is a story where the main character's outcome keeps you turning pages. The neighborhood characters give the much needed relief as the tension builds in the book. This book would be a good book club pick. It would enable deep disscussion of the characters as well as the many issues this book has embedded along with the main issue of being controlled by ideas that are sparked by religion.  It was very hard to put down.
1232472
Wish it were a book I could buy to share and put in my library or use for a book club!
2852647
I would not recommend this book.  Some parts were funny.  It s interesting to consider how women from different times and areas of your life would bond on a trip like this, but I couldn t envision it really happening.

However, this book did lead to much diverse discussion during our book club meeting.
500891
This is a Good book that I enjoyed.  It's no masterpiece but it was fun read for our book club.
3723424
Wasn't sure this was a serious enough book for book club, though when time to discuss it we all had a lot to say about it.
3017628
The book provides good discussion for a book club.  Interesting to think about what you would do if you learned of your own husband's secret!
3269527
If I had picked this book up and read a bit to see if it was something I would like, I would have stuck it back on the shelf. But, as it was a book club "assignment", I persevered. The reason I had difficulty getting into this book was simply because of the writing style. It is different--seemingly sparse and reporting like--but ultimately, I think it enhanced the mood/tone of the novel and tale being told. And it is a tale that needs to be told--the loneliness of aging and the sacrifices women make.