Park at our favorite pavilion. The assignment was "The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry" by Gabrielle Zevin. Everyone seemed to like the book although didn't quite understand the death/drowning of Maya's mother and how she couldn't confront the father of her baby (A.J's brother in law) in order to have things work out (and not die, as it turned out). And that happens first!
It was a book about books, a brick and mortar bookstore, and a seaside setting on (no way), Alice Island. Fun fact: *the last book I chose for bookclub barely 8 months ago, "28 Summers" by Elin Hildebrand, also took place on Nantucket Island, like right up the east coast from Alice Island!
I wasn't so sure of A.J., when the story began, he was grieving the loss of his wife; however, one thing lead to another (life literally showed up at his door) and he made the most of it. The book had wonderful pacing, interesting characters, and each chapter was themed around one of A.J.'s favorite books, which turned out to be a list for his daughter. Nice.
Missed you Roe, Pat and Edna; we'll see you next time. Hugs to all.
Stay well, take care of yourself, and READ ON.
