Book Discussions

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Register to attend any of these discussions. Stop by the Info Desk to pick up a copy of any of the books or contact us at 847-392-0100 to request a copy. Book discussion titles are also available as an eBook or eAudiobook.

MYSTERY BOOK DISCUSSION

All Her Little Secrets by Wanda M. Morris

Monday, May 9, 7–8 p.m. / Cardinal Room

This stunning debut thriller explores race, sexism, and being a woman in the workplace.

NOVEL EXPERIENCE BOOK DISCUSSION

The Guncle by Steven Rowley

Tuesday, May 10, 7–8 p.m. / Cardinal Room

A warm and funny novel about a once-famous gay sitcom star whose unexpected family tragedy leaves him with his niece and nephew for the summer.

BOOKS & BREWS DISCUSSION

Vanderbilt: The Rise and Fall of an American Dynasty by Anderson Cooper and Katherine Howe

Wednesday, May 18, 7–8 p.m. Eddie’s Restaurant, 10 E. Northwest Highway

This cautionary tale of excess and hubris proves that wealth does not buy happiness; in this case, it leads to loneliness and sorrow.

SCIENCE FICTION BOOK DISCUSSION Relic by Alan Dean Foster

Wednesday, May 25, 7–8 p.m. / Conference Room H

The last known human searches the galaxy for companionship in a brilliant standalone novel from the legendary author of the Pip & Flinx series.

FAVORITE THINGS: VACATION READS Monday, May 23, 7–7:45 p.m. / Zoom See page 14.